12092900
OIL SEEDS AND OLEAGINOUS FRUITS; MISCELLANEOUS GRAINS, SEEDS AND FRUIT; INDUSTRIAL OR MEDICINAL PLANTS; STRAW AND FODDER›Seeds, fruit and spores, of a kind used for sowing
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Classification of other forage grass seeds
CN code 120929 covers seeds of other forage grasses for sowing not specified in subheadings 120921 to 120925. This heading includes timothy (Phleum pratense), cocksfoot (Dactylis glomerata), Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis), tall oat grass, and other forage grass species. These seeds are used for establishing grass mixtures, forage meadows, green area restoration, and reclamation. Major exporters include Denmark, USA, the Netherlands, and Baltic countries.
Phytosanitary and quality requirements
Imports are subject to phytosanitary requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/2031 and quality standards of Directive 66/401/EEC. An ISTA certificate confirms seed quality parameters. Grass seed mixtures may be classified under a separate code depending on composition. Seeds must be free from quarantine organisms.
Trade practice and import
Importers should indicate CN code 120929 with complete documentation. Transport in bags under dry conditions. The grass seed market is diversified, with a growing segment for reclamation and infrastructure greening seeds. Preferential rates may be available.
Forage grass seeds - varieties and certification
Other seeds for sowing under CN 1209 29 cover forage grass seeds not separately classified, such as timothy, bluegrass, cocksfoot and westerwolds ryegrass. Imports are governed by Seed Directive 66/401/EEC with purity and germination requirements depending on species. Varieties must be listed in the EU Common Catalogue or national register. A phytosanitary certificate is mandatory, and seeds must be free from quarantine organisms. Demand is growing for drought-resistant grass mixtures adapted to changing climate conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What grass species does code 120929 cover?
It covers forage grass seeds not assigned to codes 120921-120925, including timothy, cocksfoot, Kentucky bluegrass, and others.
Are grass seed mixtures classified under this code?
Grass seed mixtures may be classified under a separate CN code depending on composition. If the mixture mainly contains species under 120929, it may fall under this code, but classification requires analysis.
What quality certificates are required for grass seeds?
An ISTA or equivalent certificate is standard, confirming germination capacity, species purity, and weed seed freedom. Directive 66/401/EEC sets minimum quality standards.
Which forage grasses are covered by CN 1209 29?
CN 1209 29 covers seeds of timothy, bluegrass, cocksfoot and other forage grasses not separately classified. Quality requirements vary by species under Directive 66/401/EEC.
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