Rare Native Grass Seed Mixtures

Native prairie grass seed mixtures for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service restoration trials. Qualifies under 9808.00.60.00 as planting material for Department of Agriculture land reclamation projects. Supports biodiversity conservation efforts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.29Same rate: 10%

If commercial forage grass seeds

Grass seeds for pasture establishment classified under Chapter 12 forage seeds

3101.00.00.00Higher: 25% vs 10%

If mixed with fertilizers

Seed/fertilizer mixtures classified as animal feeding preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide native species sourcing documentation; include germination test results; designate specific NRCS trial locations

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