Golden Flaxseed for Oil Extraction
Golden variety flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum) specifically cultivated for crushing into linseed oil, used in industrial oil production. Classified under HTS 1204.00.00.35 as flaxseed intended for use as oil stock, not for direct food consumption or sowing. The 'other' subheading applies to non-sowing, non-food grade flaxseeds designated for oil processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If intended for sowing or planting
Per Chapter Note for 1209, flaxseeds of a kind used for sowing are excluded from 1204 and classified separately.
If specifically for feeding to livestock
Flaxseeds designated as livestock feed fall under the separate 'for feeding' provision within 1204, not 'for use as oil stock'.
If processed into oilcake or meal after extraction
Residues from flaxseed oil crushing are classified as oilcake meals in heading 2306, not raw seeds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify oil content (typically 35-45%) via lab testing to confirm oil stock designation and avoid reclassification as food-grade
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates proving seeds are pest-free, as flaxseed is regulated for agricultural imports
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'for sowing' which shifts to 1209.91.0080; clearly document industrial end-use
Related Products under HTS 1204.00.00.35
Brown Linseed Oil Stock
Brown flaxseeds harvested for industrial pressing into linseed oil, commonly used in paints and varnishes. Falls under HTS 1204.00.00.35 as 'other' flaxseed for oil stock use, distinguishing it from feed or sowing varieties. Broken or whole seeds both qualify if destined for oil extraction.
Siberian Flaxseed Crush Stock
Cold-climate Siberian flaxseeds selected for high alpha-linolenic acid content, broken for efficient oil milling. HTS 1204.00.00.35 applies to these as 'other' oil stock flaxseeds, not intended for human food or animal feed. Primarily imported for biofuel and industrial lubricant production.
Organic Flaxseed Oil Pressing Stock
Certified organic flaxseeds destined solely for mechanical pressing into organic linseed oil for cosmetics. Classified in HTS 1204.00.00.35 as other flaxseed for oil stock, provided organic certification doesn't alter industrial purpose. Whole or cracked seeds qualify.
High-Yield Linseed Milling Seed
Hybrid high-oil-content flaxseeds (over 42% oil) bred for commercial milling operations. HTS 1204.00.00.35 covers these as 'other' oil stock, excluding feed or sowing uses per hierarchy. Ideal for large-scale solvent extraction processes.