Yes. Seeds for sowing (1209) are subject to USDA APHIS phytosanitary inspection and may require import permits, whereas seeds destined for crushing or food processing are generally treated as agricultural commodities. The intended end-use and species determine which regulatory pathway applies.

Heading 1211 covers whole plants, plant parts, seeds, and fruits used principally in pharmacy, perfumery, insecticide manufacture, or similar purposes. If the same plant material is primarily a food ingredient or spice, it may fall under a different chapter entirely. Classification turns on the principal use of the specific variety and form presented.