Sunflower Seed Hearts
Heart portions of sunflower seeds after hull removal, premium product for salads. HTS 1206.00.00.90 for these processed kernels.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed as tree nuts
Misdescription as nuts could lead to Chapter 8 classification.
If retained germination capability
Processing doesn't eliminate sowing potential classification.
If pre-seasoned as sauce/condiment ingredient
Seasoned seeds become food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• ,Heavy metal testing common for heart portions
• Avoid 'nut' terminology that confuses classification
Related Products under HTS 1206.00.00.90
Confectionery Sunflower Seeds Kernels
Shelled sunflower seed kernels, whole and unbroken, primarily used for direct human consumption as snacks or in confectionery products like trail mixes. Classified under HTS 1206.00.00.90 as 'other' sunflower seeds, whether or not broken, excluding those for sowing or oil extraction.
Bird Food Whole Sunflower Seeds
In-shell sunflower seeds, black oil variety, packaged for use as wild bird feed. Falls under HTS 1206.00.00.90 as other sunflower seeds, not designated for sowing or primary oil production.
Broken Sunflower Seed Pieces
Sunflower seeds that are mechanically broken during hulling, used in baking or as ingredient in food manufacturing. HTS 1206.00.00.90 includes such 'other' forms whether or not broken.
Sunflower Seed Snack Mix Components
Raw, hulled sunflower seeds supplied in bulk for mixing into snack products. Classified in 1206.00.00.90 as other sunflower seeds for human consumption, not for oil.
Dehulled High-Linoleic Sunflower Seeds
Dehulled kernels from high-linoleic sunflower varieties, used in health foods and baking for their fatty acid profile. HTS 1206.00.00.90 covers these non-oil, non-sowing seeds.
Organic Hulled Sunflower Seeds
Certified organic, shelled sunflower seeds for retail sale as health food toppings. Under 1206.00.00.90 as other sunflower seeds meeting organic standards but not for sowing.