Organic In-Shell Sunflower Seeds for Human Consumption
Certified organic sunflower seeds in-shell, raw and suitable for human diets including vegan snacks. They are classified under 1206.00.00 as sunflower seeds, whether or not broken, and organic certification does not change the tariff classification.
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 for sowing, not consumption
Chapter note 3 excludes seeds of a kind used for sowing from heading 12.09 only if they are not products of headings 12.01 to 12.07, so sunflower seeds for sowing would fall under 1209.91.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Have organic certification documents ready for CBSA inspection if claiming organic status for marketing
• Ensure the seeds are for human consumption, not sowing, to avoid heading 12.09
• Declare the seeds as raw and unprocessed to match the tariff description
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