High Oleic Safflower Seeds
Genetically selected safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) with high oleic acid content for stable cooking oil production. The tariff item covers safflower seeds regardless of varietal oil profile, so high oleic varieties are included.
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 intended for sowing
Seeds of a kind used for sowing, including oil seeds, fall under heading 12.09 when imported for planting purposes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the seeds as safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) under tariff item 1207.60.00
• If the seeds are for planting, check if they require a phytosanitary certificate from the CFIA
• Confirm the erucic acid content if claiming any special characteristics, though it does not affect the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1207.60.00
Broken Safflower Seeds Bulk Pack
Mechanically cracked safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds supplied in bulk for commercial oil pressing or animal feed blending. The tariff item explicitly covers safflower seeds whether or not broken, so this form falls squarely within its scope.
Organic Safflower Seeds Certified
Certified organic whole safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) grown without synthetic pesticides, intended for organic oil production. Organic status does not change the tariff classification, and the seeds fall under the tariff item as safflower oil seeds.
Raw Safflower Seeds Industrial Grade
Industrial-grade safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds for biofuel or paint oil production, often with higher impurities tolerated. The tariff item covers all safflower seeds, including those of industrial grade, as long as they are not further processed beyond being broken or whole.
Safflower Seeds for Bird Feed
Cleaned whole safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) packaged for wild bird feeding, valued for deterring squirrels. The tariff item applies to raw oil seeds, whether or not broken, prior to further processing, so these seeds are included.
White Hull Safflower Seeds
Variety of safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) with white hulls, prized for higher oil yield and easier processing. The tariff item covers safflower seeds irrespective of hull color or variety.
Whole Safflower Seeds for Oil Extraction
Unground safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) harvested for pressing into high-linoleic safflower oil used in cooking and industrial applications. The tariff item covers oil seeds, whether or not broken, so whole seeds for oil extraction are included.