Bird Rape Seeds (Brassica rapa oleifera) from Japan
Small-seeded Brassica rapa oleifera, aka bird rape, imported whole or broken for oil extraction in bird feed or industrial uses. Classified in HTS 1205.90.00 as other colza/rape seeds outside low erucic parameters. High erucic content makes it unsuitable for human edible oil.
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 'not for human consumption' to avoid FDA food import rules
• Check for varietal purity; mixtures may require separate declarations
• Bulk shipments need ventilated containers to prevent mold in transit