Mustard Rape Hybrid Seeds
Hybrid seeds from crosses between Brassica juncea and Brassica rapa, selected for high erucic acid content for oil production. These seeds are not low erucic acid varieties and are used primarily for industrial oil extraction or biodiesel manufacturing. They are classified under tariff item 1205.90.00 as other rape or colza seeds, as they do not meet the low erucic acid criteria of subheading 1205.10.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hybrid seeds are bred to have low erucic acid content below 2%
Low erucic acid hybrids would be classified under subheading 1205.10, which has a separate tariff line.
If the seeds are actually mustard seeds of the species Sinapis alba or Brassica nigra
True mustard seeds are classified under heading 12.07, not 12.05, which is limited to rape or colza seeds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the erucic acid content with a laboratory analysis, as misclassification could lead to penalties
• Check if the seeds are subject to Canada's Plant Protection Act and require an import permit from the CFIA
• Keep records of the hybrid variety and intended use to support the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1205.90.00
Argentine Canola Forage Rape Seeds
Argentine canola forage rape seeds, bred for forage production and packaged for agricultural sowing. These seeds are classified as other rape or colza seeds for sowing, with a low erucic acid profile as defined in the chapter notes.
Argentine Canola Seeds (High Erucic)
High erucic acid canola seeds sourced from Argentina, whether or not slightly broken, intended for industrial oilseed crushing. These seeds yield oil with an erucic acid content exceeding 2% by weight, so they do not qualify as low erucic acid rape or colza seeds under subheading 1205.10. They are classified under tariff item 1205.90.00 as 'other' rape or colza seeds.
Argentine Canola Seeds High Erucic
High erucic acid canola seeds sourced from Argentina, used in industrial applications like bio-fuel production. These seeds have erucic acid levels above 2% by weight, so they do not qualify as low erucic acid rape or colza seeds. They are classified under tariff item 1205.90.00 as other rape or colza seeds.
Argentine Canola Seeds High Erucic for Biofuel Oil
High erucic canola seeds from Argentina imported specifically for biofuel production via oil extraction. These seeds have erucic acid levels above 2% by weight, so they do not qualify as low erucic acid rape or colza seeds. They are classified under tariff item 1205.90.00 as other rape or colza seeds.
Australian Colza Seeds Broken
Broken colza seeds from Australia for oil milling, with erucic acid levels not qualifying as low erucic. These seeds are classified as other rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken, under the tariff item.
Australian Low Erucic Rape Seeds
Premium Australian rape seeds with erucic acid below 2%, certified for sowing in diverse climates. These 'other' rape or colza seeds for sowing align with the tariff item's scope for seeds not meeting the low erucic acid subheading.