Certified Organic Brown Flaxseed from Japan
Brown flaxseed, certified organic, whole or cracked, valued for fiber and lignans in cereals and smoothies. Falls under HTS 1204.00.00.55 due to its organic certification and status as unbroken or broken linseed. Grown without GMOs or chemical treatments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests common to flaxseed
• Label shipments clearly as 'certified organic' with certifying body details for CBP review
• Watch for blending issues; ensure no cross-contamination with non-organic seeds