Argentine Canola Seeds High Erucic for Biofuel Oil from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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