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. Tariff item 1207.60.00 covers oil seeds, whether or not broken, so whole seeds for oil extraction are directly 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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the seeds under 1207.60.00 as whole safflower seeds
• If the seeds are for crushing, ensure they are clean and free of foreign material to facilitate CBSA clearance
• Consider whether the oil to be produced is for food or industrial use, as downstream regulations may apply
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. Tariff item 1207.60.00 covers safflower seeds whether or not broken, so the cracked form does not change classification.
High Oleic Safflower Seeds
Genetically selected safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) with high oleic acid content for stable cooking oil production. Tariff item 1207.60.00 covers all safflower seeds regardless of varietal oil profile, so the high-oleic trait does not affect classification.
Organic Safflower Seeds Certified
Certified organic whole safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) grown without synthetic pesticides, intended for organic oil production. Tariff item 1207.60.00 applies to safflower seeds regardless of organic certification, which is a production standard rather than a tariff distinction.
Raw Safflower Seeds Industrial Grade
Industrial-grade safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds for biofuel or paint oil production, often with higher impurities tolerated. Tariff item 1207.60.00 covers all safflower seeds, including those of industrial quality, as long as they are not processed beyond breaking.
Safflower Seeds for Bird Feed
Cleaned whole safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) packaged for wild bird feeding, valued for deterring squirrels. Tariff item 1207.60.00 applies to raw oil seeds, whether or not broken, prior to further processing, so birdseed in this form remains classified here.
White Hull Safflower Seeds
Variety of safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) with white hulls, prized for higher oil yield and easier processing. Tariff item 1207.60.00 covers safflower seeds irrespective of hull color or variety, as the heading is species-specific.