1209.23.00 - Fescue seeds

This HTS category, 1209.23.00, specifically covers fescue seeds, which are a type of seed used for sowing, particularly as forage plants. Fescue seeds are characterized by their role in establishing pastureland, hay production, and erosion control, distinguishing them from other seeds primarily utilized for grain or industrial purposes.

Within the broader classification of "Seeds of forage plants," this code is distinct from its siblings. For instance, 1209.21.00 pertains to alfalfa (lucerne) seeds, 1209.22 covers clover seeds, 1209.24.00.00 is for Kentucky bluegrass, and 1209.25.00 relates to rye grass. While all are forage plant seeds, fescue represents a specific genus and species group within this functional classification.

The subcategories under 1209.23.00 provide further specificity for fescue seeds. These subdivisions, such as "Tall," "Creeping red," "Meadow," and "Other," likely differentiate based on specific botanical varieties or cultivars of fescue, reflecting variations in growth habit, intended use, or other agronomic characteristics. This granular breakdown allows for more precise classification within the broader category of fescue seeds.