Hemp Seeds for Industrial Oil Pressing from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Mandatory DEA/USDA lab tests confirming <0.3% THC to avoid narcotic controls
• Specify 'industrial hemp for oil' on all docs; pitfall is generic 'hemp seed' triggering holds
• Track state-specific import licenses for end-use