Safflower Seeds for Bird Feed
Cleaned whole safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) packaged for wild bird feeding, valued for deterring squirrels. HTS 1207.60.00.00 applies to raw oil seeds, whether or not broken, prior to further processing. End-use as bird feed does not change the raw seed classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sorted, hulled, and prepared for retail animal forage
Processed vegetable products for animal feed shift from raw seeds in 1207 to 1214.
If mixed into prepared pet food preparations
Mixed animal feed preparations including seeds fall under 2309, not raw materials.
If dual-purpose but marketed for planting
Sowing intent per 1209 note supersedes oil seed classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure seeds are hulled minimally; excessive cleaning may trigger review for 1214 classification
• FDA prior notice required if entering as animal feed; include feed label and safety data
• Check state-level restrictions on weed seeds in bird feed to avoid inland transport issues
Related Products under HTS 1207.60.00.00
Whole Safflower Seeds for Oil Extraction
Unground safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) harvested for pressing into high-linoleic safflower oil used in cooking and industrial applications. Classified under HTS 1207.60.00.00 as oil seeds, whether or not broken, specifically safflower seeds. They yield a fixed oil rich in unsaturated fats, fitting Chapter 12's scope for oleaginous fruits.
Broken Safflower Seeds Bulk Pack
Mechanically cracked safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds supplied in bulk for commercial oil pressing or animal feed blending. HTS 1207.60.00.00 covers oil seeds whether or not broken, explicitly including this form of safflower. The seeds' high oil content (around 35-40%) qualifies them as oleaginous fruits under Chapter 12.
Organic Safflower Seeds Certified
Certified organic whole safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) grown without synthetic pesticides, intended for organic oil production. Falls squarely under HTS 1207.60.00.00 for safflower oil seeds, as organic status does not alter the botanical classification in Chapter 12.
High Oleic Safflower Seeds
Genetically selected safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) with high oleic acid content for stable cooking oil production. Classified in HTS 1207.60.00.00 as the specific oil seed type, regardless of varietal oil profile variations. Chapter 12 covers all such oleaginous seeds.
Raw Safflower Seeds Industrial Grade
Industrial-grade safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds for biofuel or paint oil production, often with higher impurities tolerated. Directly under HTS 1207.60.00.00 for all safflower oil seeds. Chapter 12 includes seeds for any oleaginous fruit use.
White Hull Safflower Seeds
Variety of safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) with white hulls, prized for higher oil yield and easier processing. Classified under HTS 1207.60.00.00 as the species-specific oil seed, irrespective of hull color or variety. No subdistinctions within the 10-digit code.