Delinted Whole Cotton Seeds from Canada
Cotton seeds with lint fibers removed but kernels intact, commonly used for planting or direct oil milling. HTS 1207.21.00.00 covers these as unprocessed cotton seeds, whether whole or broken, prior to oil extraction. Delinting is a standard cleaning step that doesn't alter classification.
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
• Provide proof of delinting only (no ginning or crushing) via processing certificates; comply with APHIS import permits for planting seeds; watch for lint residue thresholds in inspections