Golden Flaxseed for Sowing

Golden flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) specifically selected and packaged for agricultural sowing to produce flax crops. It falls under HTS 1204.00.00.10 as flaxseed intended for planting, not for oil extraction or consumption. These seeds are untreated or treated only to enhance germination for sowing purposes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1204.00.00Same rate: 35%

If intended for human consumption or oil extraction

Flaxseed not designated for sowing is classified as other linseed, excluding sowing varieties per HTS structure.

1209.91.80Same rate: 35%

If mislabeled or used as fodder seeds

Chapter 12 notes exclude flaxseed from 1209 sowing seeds if not specifically for crop propagation; fodder use shifts to other categories.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If processed into herbal plant material

Heading 1211 covers plants and parts for medicinal use, not raw seeds for sowing.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming seed is free from pests and diseases specific to flax

Verify germination rate and purity standards per importing country's agricultural regulations to ensure compliance

Label packages clearly as 'for sowing' to prevent misclassification as food-grade linseed under 1204.00.0040