Flaxseeds (Linseeds) for Linseed Oil Production
Golden flaxseeds harvested for extraction of linseed oil used in paints, varnishes, and nutraceuticals. They are imported as oil stock under HTS 1201.90.00.05 in the 'other' category, whether whole or slightly broken, but not defatted. High omega-3 content makes them ideal for industrial oil pressing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specific linseed/rapeseed category
Heading 1204 directly covers linseeds, taking precedence over generic 1201.90 oil stock.
If marketed for sowing
Chapter 1209 note includes flax for sowing, excluding oil stock classification.
If sold as herbal supplement material
Parts of plants like flax used in herbal products may fall under 1211 per chapter note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'industrial oil stock' to avoid food-grade assumptions leading to FDA scrutiny
• Obtain certificates of analysis for oil yield and purity to support valuation
Related Products under HTS 1201.90.00.05
Whole Canola Seeds for Oil Extraction
These are intact low erucic acid rapeseed (canola) seeds primarily cultivated and imported for crushing to produce edible oil. They fall under HTS 1201.90.00.05 as soybean alternatives classified as 'seeds of a kind used as oil stock' in the 'other' category under soybeans, though technically rapeseeds, due to tariff structure for oilseeds. The seeds yield oil with less than 2% erucic acid per subheading note.
Sunflower Seeds in Shell for Oil Pressing
High-oleic sunflower seeds with hulls intact, imported specifically for mechanical pressing to extract cooking oil. Classified under HTS 1201.90.00.05 as 'other' seeds used as oil stock under the soybeans hierarchy, distinct from confectionary varieties. They are non-defatted and optimized for oil yield.
Hemp Seeds for Industrial Oil Pressing
Low-THC industrial hemp seeds (Cannabis sativa) imported for cold-pressing into omega-rich oil for cosmetics and food. Classified in HTS 1201.90.00.05 as other seeds used as oil stock, compliant with DEA regulations for non-drug varieties. Seeds are hulled minimally to preserve oil content.
Mustard Seeds for Specialty Oil Production
Brown mustard seeds (Brassica juncea) for extracting pungent oil used in culinary and pickling applications. Under HTS 1201.90.00.05 as oil stock in other category, these seeds are selected for high oil content over spice use. Imported whole for domestic crushing.
Poppy Seeds for Culinary Oil Extraction
Blue poppy seeds from Papaver somniferum for cold-pressing into delicate baking oil. Classified HTS 1201.90.00.05 as niche oil stock, with low morphine alkaloids certified safe. Used in European pastries beyond seed sprinkle use.
Camelina Seeds for Biodiesel Oilstock
Camelina sativa seeds, a brassica relative, imported for biofuel oil extraction via pressing. HTS 1201.90.00.05 as other oil stock due to emerging biodiesel demand. High alpha-linolenic acid suits renewable fuel production.