Omega-3 Rich Linum Usitatissimum Seeds
High-ALA flaxseeds selected for superior omega-3 fatty acid profile, used in supplements and functional foods. Classified under tariff item 1204.00.00 as generic linseed, prior to any extraction or milling. The product is raw and unprocessed, ensuring it remains in Chapter 12.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the seeds are pressed into oil
Linseed oil is classified under heading 15.15.
If the seeds are formulated into a supplement product
Food supplements not elsewhere specified fall under heading 21.06.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• If the seeds are for supplement use, ensure they meet Health Canada's Natural Health Product regulations
• Declare the seeds as raw linseed, not as an extract or oil
• Keep documentation on the omega-3 content for customs valuation
Related Products under Tariff item 1204.00.00
Black Linseed for Health Supplements
Whole black flaxseeds (linseed) packaged for dietary supplement use, high in lignans. These are raw seeds in their natural state, not milled or further processed, and therefore fall under tariff item 1204.00.00 for linseed, whether or not broken.
Brown Linseed Oil Stock
Brown flaxseeds harvested for industrial pressing into linseed oil, commonly used in paints and varnishes. The tariff item covers linseed whether or not broken, and the industrial use does not alter classification.
Brown Linseed Sowing Variety
Brown flaxseed variety (Linum usitatissimum) bred for high yield in fiber production, packaged exclusively for sowing. These seeds are for planting flax crops and fall under tariff item 1204.00.00 as linseed, whether or not broken, intended for sowing.
Brown Whole Linseed for Baking
Unbroken brown linseeds packed for retail baking use, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These are raw flaxseed in their natural state, distinct from processed products like flour or oil, and are classified under tariff item 1204.00.00.
Bulk Broken Flaxseeds for Oil Pressing
Broken flaxseeds prepared for industrial oil extraction, yielding alpha-linolenic acid-rich oil for food and industrial uses. Tariff item 1204.00.00 explicitly includes broken seeds, not just whole ones. The product is minimally processed and not yet extracted, keeping it in Chapter 12.
Bulk Certified Organic Linum Usitatissimum Seeds
Bulk shipments of Linum usitatissimum (flax) seeds, certified organic, unbroken, for conversion to drying oil stock. These seeds are for oil production and fall under tariff item 1204.00.00 as linseed, whether or not broken.