HS code for flower seeds

HS code

1209.30

US HTS code

1209.30.00

US general duty

1¢/kg

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Seeds of plants grown mainly for their flowers are 1209.30. Plant imports may also need USDA permits.

US tariff lines under 1209.30

US HTS code	Description	General duty
1209.30.00	Seeds of herbaceous plants cultivated principally for their flowers 2 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 1209.30.00.10 — Petunia 1209.30.00.90 — Other	1¢/kg

Import duty on flower seeds by country

Import into the US

1¢/kg

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for flower seeds?

The international HS code for flower seeds is 1209.30. Seeds of plants grown mainly for their flowers are 1209.30. Plant imports may also need USDA permits.

Q2What is the US import duty on flower seeds?

Under HTS 1209.30.00, the US general duty rate is 1¢/kg. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for flower seeds?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 1209.30 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (1209.30) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.