1209.91.80.50 - Lettuce 🖩

This HTS classification, 1209.91.80.50, specifically designates lettuce intended for sowing. Within the broader scope of "Seeds, fruits and spores of a kind used for sowing," this category narrows the focus to vegetable seeds, and further refines it to "Other" vegetable seeds beyond commonly listed varieties. The intent for sowing is the primary distinguishing factor, separating these seeds from the edible vegetable itself.

Unlike sibling categories that enumerate specific vegetable seeds such as broccoli (1209.91.80.05), carrot (1209.91.80.10), or spinach (1209.91.80.30), this subheading captures lettuce seeds. The classification is based on the botanical identity of the seed and its intended commercial use as agricultural planting material, rather than its culinary application.

As this node represents a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification concludes with the specific identification of lettuce seeds for sowing. Importers and exporters should ensure that the goods are indeed intended for propagation to be classified correctly under this HTS code, distinguishing them from commercially edible lettuce.