1209.91.60 - Pepper

This HTS category, 1209.91.60, specifically covers seeds of pepper plants intended for sowing. Within the broader chapter of "Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruits; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder," this classification falls under miscellaneous seeds and fruits used for sowing. The "Other" designation within "Vegetable seeds" indicates that it is for types of vegetable seeds not otherwise specifically enumerated at higher levels.

This code distinguishes itself from sibling categories such as cauliflower (1209.91.10), celery (1209.91.20), onion (1209.91.40), and parsley (1209.91.50), all of which cover seeds for their respective vegetables. While those categories are for specific named vegetables, 1209.91.60 is dedicated solely to pepper seeds for sowing purposes, differentiating it from seeds of other common vegetables.

The subcategories under 1209.91.60 further refine the classification of pepper seeds based on type. The primary distinction is between sweet pepper seeds (1209.91.60.10) and all other types of pepper seeds (1209.91.60.90). This allows for more granular tracking and statistical analysis of the different varieties of pepper seeds imported or exported for agricultural use.