Argentine Canola Seeds High Erucic for Biofuel Oil from Canada
High erucic canola seeds from Argentina are imported specifically for biofuel production via oil extraction. They are classified in HTS 1205.90.00.20 as other rape seeds for oil stock, with erucic acid levels above 2%. Whole or slightly broken seeds ensure maximum oil yield.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Obtain advance ruling on end-use for oil stock to lock in classification
• Include oil yield specs in documentation to differentiate from sowing seeds
• Beware of seasonal quotas on rapeseed from certain origins