Confectionery Sunflower Seeds for Oil Extraction
High-oleic confectionery sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) imported specifically for crushing into sunflower seed oil. These seeds are designated for use as oil stock under HTS 1206.00.00.20, distinguishing them from those used for direct human consumption as snacks.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shelled or dehulled
Shelled sunflower seeds for oil stock fall under a separate subheading based on processing state.
If intended for sowing
Seeds of a kind used for sowing are classified under heading 1209, not as oil stock.
If already crushed into residues
Oil-cake and residues from sunflower seed crushing move to heading 2306.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide end-use certification proving seeds are for oil extraction to qualify under this subheading
• Declare oil content and oleic acid levels if high-oleic variety to support classification
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests direct consumption to prevent reclassification
Related Products under HTS 1206.00.00.20
High-Oleic Sunflower Seeds Oil Stock
High-oleic acid sunflower seeds bred for industrial oil production, imported unbroken for pressing into cooking and industrial oils. Classified under HTS 1206.00.00.20 as designated oil stock per chapter notes excluding sowing or other uses.
Black Oil Sunflower Seeds for Biodiesel Production
Black oil variety sunflower seeds (high linoleic acid) imported exclusively for crushing into oil used in biodiesel manufacturing. HTS 1206.00.00.20 applies to such seeds designated for oil stock, not direct feed or food use.
Linoleic-Rich Sunflower Seeds Oil Mill Stock
Traditional linoleic acid-dominant sunflower seeds shipped in bulk for oil mills producing edible and technical oils. Specifically for use as oil stock under HTS 1206.00.00.20, excluding broken or feed varieties.
Nursery-Grown Sunflower Oilseed Varieties
Sunflower seeds from high-yield nursery hybrids intended solely for oil extraction in refineries. HTS 1206.00.00.20 covers these as oil stock, provided not for sowing per chapter exclusions.
Industrial Sunflower Seeds for Margarine Oil
Sunflower seeds selected for partial hydrogenation into margarine base oils, imported unbroken for crushing. Designated as oil stock under HTS 1206.00.00.20 to differentiate from food-grade snacks.