Food-Grade Golden Flaxseed Kernels from China
Cleaned golden flaxseed kernels for direct human consumption in smoothies, cereals, or baking mixes. Under HTS 1204.00.0075 as unspecified 'other' flaxseed, these are raw seeds valued for nutrition rather than sowing. Chapter notes confirm exclusion from processed flours or residues.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice 72 hours before arrival for food-grade seeds to expedite clearance
• Ensure aflatoxin levels <20ppb via certificate of analysis for seamless entry
• Use 'not for sowing' declaration to distinguish from agricultural seed imports