Black Mustard Seeds

Intact black mustard seeds (Brassica nigra) valued for their high oil content. HTS 1207.50.00.00 covers these as other oil seeds, whether whole or broken, excluding processed products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.91.80Same rate: 35%

If for agricultural sowing

Heading 1209 applies to mustard seeds explicitly used for planting per chapter notes.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If dried leaves or plants included

Whole plants or parts may shift to heading 1211 for plants used in perfumery or pharmacy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed invoices specifying variety and intended use (oil vs culinary) for accurate duty assessment

Ensure compliance with USDA import permits for potential quarantine pests