Canola Seeds for Oil Extraction
Low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, commonly known as canola seeds, used primarily for pressing into edible vegetable oil. These seeds yield oil with less than 2% erucic acid by weight and less than 30 micromoles of glucosinolates per gram in the solid component, fitting the precise definition of HTS 1205.10.00. They are typically harvested from Brassica napus varieties bred for low erucic acid content.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If erucic acid content exceeds 2% by weight
High erucic acid varieties fall under the 'other' subheading for rape or colza seeds, changing the tariff rate and potentially import restrictions.
If certified and marketed specifically for sowing
Seeds of a kind used for sowing are classified in heading 1209, regardless of low erucic acid content, per chapter note exclusions.
If imported as expeller-pressed oilcake residues after oil extraction
Post-extraction byproducts shift from raw seeds in Chapter 12 to residues in Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify seed lots meet the subheading note criteria (<2% erucic acid, <30 micromoles glucosinolates/g) with lab certificates to avoid reclassification
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like Alternaria brassicae, common for oilseed rape imports
• Declare intended use (e.g
• oil crushing) accurately, as processing intent can trigger agricultural quotas or additional inspections
Related Products under HTS 1205.10.00
Australian Clearfield Canola Seeds
Herbicide-tolerant low erucic acid canola seeds from Australia, valued for their high oil yield and low glucosinolate profile meeting HTS 1205.10.00 specifications. These Brassica napus seeds are broken or whole, intended for industrial oil pressing rather than direct planting.
Canadian Low-Glucosinolate Rapeseed
Premium Canadian rapeseed (low erucic acid colza) selected for ultra-low glucosinolates (<25 micromoles/g), perfectly aligning with HTS 1205.10.00 requirements. Used by food processors for high-quality canola oil production with neutral flavor profiles.
Bulk Argentine Low Erucic Rapeseed
Argentine-harvested low erucic acid rapeseed (colza), broken for efficient shipping, meeting HTS 1205.10.00 chemical profile for premium oil markets. High oleic acid content makes it ideal for frying oil applications.
European Double-Low Canola Seeds
Double-low (00) canola seeds from EU production, featuring both low erucic acid (<2%) and low glucosinolate content as defined in HTS 1205.10.00. These are the global standard for edible canola oil extraction, often traded in bulk containers.