1209.25.00
Rye grass (Lolium multiflorium Lam., Lolium perenne L.) seeds
HTS code 1209.25.00 covers rye grass seeds used for sowing. Use this code when importing these seeds, noting a general duty of 1.4¢/kg, with potential free duty for eligible trade partners as detailed in the code's special treatment, and falling within the broader agricultural seed classifications of Chapter 12.

Detailed information for HTS Code 1209.25.00
This classification falls within Chapter 12, which covers seeds, fruits, and spores used for sowing. Specifically, code 1209.25.00 covers seeds of rye grass, including both annual and perennial varieties. To report accurately, use subdivision 1209.25.00.20 for annual rye grass seeds and 1209.25.00.40 for perennial rye grass seeds, specifying the type of seed being reported. Duty rates vary, with a general rate of 1.4¢/kg, but preferential rates may apply based on the country of origin and any applicable trade agreements.
| Chapter | Chapter 12 - Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruits; industrial or medicinal pla |
| Section | Section II - Vegetable Products |
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1.4¢/kg
Standard trade partners (NTR)
Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E, IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S, SG)
Eligible FTA or preference programs
The duty for HTS code 1209.25.00 (Rye grass seeds) is generally 1.4¢/kg, reported in kilograms. However, specific trade partners—including A+, AU, BH, CL, CO, D, E, IL, JO, KR, MA, OM, P, PA, PE, S, and SG—may qualify for a free (0%) duty rate under eligible Free Trade Agreements or preference programs. This special rate applies to both subdivisions 1209.25.00.20 (Annual Rye Grass) and 1209.25.00.40 (Perennial Rye Grass). There is no specified duty rate for countries not listed as having a special rate; they would be subject to the general 1.4¢/kg duty.
Rate of Duty (Column 2): 6.6¢/kg
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Code subdivisions
1209.25.00.20
Seeds, fruits and spores of a kind used for sowing: > Seeds of forage plants: > Rye grass (Lolium multiflorium Lam., Lolium perenne L.) seeds > Annual
1209.25.00.40
Seeds, fruits and spores of a kind used for sowing: > Seeds of forage plants: > Rye grass (Lolium multiflorium Lam., Lolium perenne L.) seeds > Perennial
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