Bulk Broken Flaxseeds for Oil Pressing from Japan
Broken flaxseeds prepared for industrial oil extraction, yielding alpha-linolenic acid-rich oil for food and industrial uses. HTS 1204.00.0075 classifies these as 'other' flaxseed, explicitly including broken seeds not for sowing. This subheading ensures raw linseeds remain in Chapter 12 before processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Include end-use statements specifying 'oil extraction' to support classification and potential duty reductions
• Test for foreign matter (<2%) to comply with FDA food import regs if destined for edible oil
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50kg without liners to prevent mold during ocean transit