Dried Watermelon Seeds for Roasting
Hulled and dried watermelon seeds (Citrullus lanatus) harvested specifically for their high oil content. They are classified under tariff item 1207.70.00 as watermelon seeds, a type of melon seed used as oil seeds.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the seeds are for sowing
Seeds for sowing are classified under heading 12.09.
If the oil is extracted and imported separately
Fixed vegetable oils fall under Chapter 15.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the seeds are not for sowing; if they are, they may be classified under heading 12.09
• Declare the seeds as for oil extraction to the CBSA
• Keep documentation showing the seeds are not roasted or otherwise prepared
Related Products under Tariff item 1207.70.00
Bulk Cantaloupe Melon Seeds
Large-volume shipments of uncleaned cantaloupe melon seeds for industrial oil pressing, including minor debris as harvested. They are classified under tariff item 1207.70.00 as melon seeds, whether or not broken, used in biofuel and edible oil production.
Cantaloupe Seeds Bulk for Processing
Cantaloupe seeds (Cucumis melo) harvested and cleaned for industrial oil production. They are classified under tariff item 1207.70.00 as melon seeds, an oleaginous fruit, whether whole or broken, and are not treated for sowing.
Casaba Melon Seeds for Crushing
Casaba melon seeds harvested for mechanical crushing to yield fixed oil. They are classified under tariff item 1207.70.00 as melon seeds, part of other oil seeds whether or not broken, and are imported in bulk, not retail packaged.
Citrullus Lanatus Watermelon Seeds Whole
Whole seeds from Citrullus lanatus watermelons, including hulls, are oleaginous fruits imported as melon seeds, whether or not broken. They are used primarily for oil in health supplements.
Cracked Cantaloupe Seeds for Oil Pressing
Partially broken cantaloupe seeds optimized for mechanical oil extraction. They are classified under tariff item 1207.70.00 as melon seeds, whether or not broken, and the cracking process aids oil yield without full processing into meal.
Dehulled Watermelon Seeds for Snack Processing
Dehulled watermelon seeds processed only to remove shells, retaining their oil-rich kernels for further snack production. They are classified under tariff item 1207.70.00 as raw melon seeds, not yet roasted or flavored.