1209.91.80.05 - Broccoli

This HTS category, 1209.91.80.05, specifically designates broccoli when it is imported or exported for the purpose of sowing. It falls under the broader classification of vegetable seeds intended for agricultural propagation. The key determinant for classification under this code is the intended use of the broccoli seeds – they must be viable and offered for planting to produce a subsequent crop of broccoli.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, such as those for carrot, radish, spinach, or cucumber seeds, is straightforward. Each sibling category is dedicated to the seeds of a different vegetable. While all are vegetable seeds used for sowing, the specific species of vegetable dictates the distinct subheadings within this chapter. This meticulous division ensures accurate tracking of agricultural commodities based on the specific crop they are intended to generate.

As this classification for broccoli seeds is a "leaf node" within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. This indicates that the classification is sufficiently granular at this level for customs purposes. The classification hinges entirely on the identification of the seeds as being specifically for broccoli cultivation, differentiating them from general vegetable seeds or seeds of other Brassica species that may have different agricultural or commercial applications.