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U.S. imports of ryegrass seeds for sowing (HS 120925) totaled $2.1M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Ryegrass Seeds for Sowing paid $17K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $153K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Ryegrass Seeds for Sowing imports of $2.1M in April 2026 ran 31% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.6M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAnnual and perennial ryegrass seeds are classified to separate US tariff lines (1209250020 and 1209250040) under heading 120925, a distinction that reflects their fundamentally different agronomic roles: annual ryegrass is used primarily for quick-establishing cover crops and winter overseeding, while perennial ryegrass is a staple of permanent pastures and high-wear turf. New Zealand is a globally recognized center of perennial ryegrass breeding and is a leading supplier alongside Canada. USDA APHIS phytosanitary inspection applies at entry, and endophyte status — a fungal symbiont that affects livestock safety — is increasingly specified in commercial contracts for perennial varieties.
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Endophyte fungi (Epichloë festucae var. lolii) naturally occurring in perennial ryegrass can cause ryegrass staggers in livestock at high infection levels. While endophyte status is not a CBP classification criterion, it is a critical commercial specification: buyers in pasture markets often require certified low-endophyte or novel-endophyte seed, and this must be documented by the exporting seed company. Importers should request endophyte test certificates alongside phytosanitary documentation.
Annual (Lolium multiflorum) and perennial (Lolium perenne) ryegrass are distinct species that classify to different 10-digit HTS lines. If species identity cannot be confirmed from the exporter's documentation or seed analysis certificate, CBP may require additional evidence or reclassify the entry. Importers should ensure that phytosanitary certificates and commercial invoices specify the botanical species name, not just 'ryegrass.'
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1209250040 | RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, PERENNIAL | $2.0M | 10.83% | $15K |
| 1209250020 | RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, ANNUAL | $98K | 10.81% | $1K |
RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, PERENNIAL
RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, ANNUAL
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1209250040 | RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, PERENNIAL | $5.0M |
| 1209250020 | RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, ANNUAL | $3.1M |
RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, PERENNIAL
2.8M kg
RYE GRASS SEED FOR SOWING, ANNUAL
2.4M kg
PLANTS & PARTS ETC FOR MEDICAMENTS ETC NESOI
HS 121190
VEGETABLE SEEDS FOR SOWING
HS 120991
SOYBEANS, NESOI
HS 120190
LOW ERUCIC ACID RAPE/COLZA SEEDS W/NOT BROKEN
HS 120510
OIL SEEDS & OLEAGINOUS FRUITS W/NT BROKEN, NESOI
HS 120799
SUNFLOWER SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN
HS 120600
Monthly import values over time
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE, WA | -- | $1.9M | +$1.9M |
| TACOMA, WA | -- | $1.7M | +$1.7M |
| PEMBINA, ND | $773K | $397K | -$377K |