Confectionary Sunflower Seeds for Planting from Canada
Large-seeded confectionary type sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus var. macrocarpa) packaged for direct field sowing to grow edible seed crops. These non-oil varieties produce seeds for human consumption like snacks. HTS 1206.00.00.31 covers sunflower seeds whether broken or not, when for sowing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare varietal name and origin; register hybrid varieties with APHIS if introducing new genetics to US agriculture
• Provide proof of sowing intent via packaging labels and invoices to prevent reclassification as food seeds