Bulk Flaxseed for Oil Extraction
Large sacks of mixed broken and whole flaxseeds destined for industrial oil pressing. HTS 1204.00.00 covers all forms of flaxseed (linseed), whether or not broken, in raw state.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If post-oil extraction as defatted flaxseed cake
Oilcake and similar residues from 1204 seeds go to 2306, excluding flours.
If heat-treated or hulled but not defatted into flour form
Partially processed flax products may qualify under 1208 vegetable flours if meeting chapter notes.
If dried and shelled like other legume seeds
Though flaxseeds are oilseeds, certain dried preparations could misclassify under dried leguminous vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISPM 15 compliant wooden pallets for bulk shipments to pass fumigation checks
• Submit fumigation certificates if seeds show any signs of infestation upon inspection
• Declare intended end-use as 'oil extraction' to support duty-free claims under certain FTAs
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Whole golden flaxseeds harvested from Linum usitatissimum, certified organic and suitable for human consumption in smoothies or baking. Classified under HTS 1204.00.00 as flaxseed (linseed), whether or not broken, in its raw seed form prior to processing into oil or flour.
Brown Whole Linseed for Baking
Unbroken brown linseeds packed for retail baking use, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Falls under HTS 1204.00.00 as raw flaxseed, whether or not broken, distinct from processed products like flour.
Canadian Golden Linseed Whole
Premium whole golden linseeds from Canadian prairies, unbroken for maximum oil yield. Classified in HTS 1204.00.00 as raw flaxseed regardless of variety or origin.
Cracked Flaxseeds for Bird Feed
Broken flaxseeds lightly cracked for wild bird feeding applications. Still under HTS 1204.00.00 as linseed whether or not broken, prior to full processing.
Black Linseed for Health Supplements
Whole black flaxseeds packaged for dietary supplement use, high in lignans. HTS 1204.00.00 applies to raw linseed seeds before milling into supplement form.
Flaxseed for Industrial Paint Binders
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