Certified organic
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Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 1207.40.00.10
Certified Organic White Hulled Sesame Seeds
These are premium white sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum) that have been hulled to remove the outer shell, certified organic under USDA NOP standards. They fall under HTS 1207.40.00.10 as certified organic sesame seeds, which are oil seeds used for extracting sesame oil or as whole seeds in food applications. The organic certification ensures no synthetic pesticides or GMOs were used in cultivation.
Certified Organic Black Sesame Seeds
Whole black sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum) grown organically, retaining their natural black hulls for culinary uses like toppings or tahini. Classified under HTS 1207.40.00.10 due to their status as certified organic oil seeds, whether broken or intact, primarily valued for high oil content.
Certified Organic Toasted Sesame Seeds
These sesame seeds are lightly toasted while maintaining organic certification, used in baking and Asian cuisine. HTS 1207.40.00.10 covers them as certified organic sesame seeds, as toasting does not constitute sufficient processing to change from raw oil seeds.
Certified Organic Ethiopian White Sesame Seeds
Premium Humera variety white sesame seeds from Ethiopia, certified organic, known for high oil yield and clean taste. Classified under HTS 1207.40.00.10 as certified organic sesame seeds, whether or not broken.
Certified Organic Hulled Sesame Seeds for Oil Extraction
Hulled sesame seeds specifically cultivated and certified organic for industrial oil pressing, yielding high-quality sesame oil. They are classified in HTS 1207.40.00.10 as organic sesame seeds, an oleaginous fruit whether or not broken.
Certified Organic Whole White Sesame Seeds
Unhulled whole white sesame seeds grown without synthetic inputs, certified organic for use in breads, salads, and confections. HTS 1207.40.00.10 applies to these intact oil seeds valued for their sesamin oil content.
Certified Organic Broken Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds that are cracked or broken during harvest/processing, still certified organic for oil or food use. HTS 1207.40.00.10 explicitly includes broken sesame seeds as other oil seeds.