Cracked Flaxseeds for Bird Feed from Japan
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.
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
• Label as 'for wild birds only - not for human consumption' to prevent food safety reclassification
• Ensure no chemical treatments that could trigger pesticide residue testing
• Package in breathable bags for bulk to minimize moisture buildup during ocean transit