Nursery-Grown Sunflower Oilseed Varieties from Japan
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 — 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
• 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