Golden Flaxseed for Sowing from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• 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