1002.10.00.90 - Other

This HTS category, 1002.10.00.90, encompasses rye seeds that are not specifically classified as seeds for sowing. Unlike its sibling category, 1002.10.00.10, which pertains to rye seeds intended for propagation, this classification is for rye seeds used for other purposes. These purposes can include, but are not limited to, consumption as food (for humans or animals), processing into flour or other food products, or use in industrial applications.

The distinction between this category and "seeds of a kind used for sowing" rests on the intended use and, consequently, the quality and certification requirements often associated with agricultural seed. Rye seeds falling under 1002.10.00.90 are typically not subject to the same stringent germination, purity, and varietal purity standards that apply to seeds designated for planting.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories under 1002.10.00.90. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on differentiating rye seeds used for sowing from those intended for all other uses. Importers and exporters must carefully consider the intended destination and processing of the rye seeds to ensure accurate classification.