Nursery-Grown Sunflower Oilseed Varieties from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use ISF filings early for bulk agricultural imports to avoid delays
• Test for erucic acid if blended varieties to align with subheading definitions
• Store in cool, dry conditions post-import to preserve oil yield quality