Raw Black Watermelon Seeds in Bulk
Raw black watermelon seeds are the unprocessed, in-shell seeds from black diamond watermelon varieties, classified as HTS 1207.70.00.40 for their oleaginous properties. Imported in large sacks for dehulling and oil production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If certified and packaged specifically for planting
Chapter Note to 1209 includes seeds for sowing, overriding oil seed classification.
If heat-treated into bran or pollard for animal feed
Bran from oil seeds after minimal processing falls under heading 2302.
If dried and treated like other dried leguminous vegetables
Dried shelled seeds resembling vegetables may shift to Chapter 7 if not oleaginous.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include fumigation certificates if shipped in containers to prevent pest issues common with oil seeds
• Specify 'not for sowing' on documentation to distinguish from 1209 classifications
• Monitor for aflatoxin levels, as required for oil seeds entering the US food chain
Related Products under HTS 1207.70.00.40
Dried Watermelon Seeds for Roasting
These are hulled and dried watermelon seeds (Citrullus lanatus) harvested specifically for their high oil content, classified under HTS 1207.70.00.40 as watermelon seeds, a type of melon seed used as oil seeds. They are often roasted and salted for snacks but primarily valued for oil extraction.
Hulled Watermelon Kernels for Oil Pressing
Hulled watermelon kernels are the shelled inner seeds of watermelon fruits, rich in fatty oils, fitting HTS 1207.70.00.40 as other melon seeds whether or not broken. They are imported in bulk for industrial oil extraction used in cosmetics and food.
Organic Watermelon Seeds for Cold-Pressed Oil
Certified organic watermelon seeds are grown without pesticides, hulled or whole, and imported under HTS 1207.70.00.40 as oleaginous melon seeds ideal for high-quality cold-pressed oil. They meet organic standards for natural product lines.
Dehulled Watermelon Seeds for Snack Processing
Dehulled watermelon seeds are processed only to remove shells, retaining their oil-rich kernels for further snack production, classified under HTS 1207.70.00.40 as raw melon seeds. They are not yet roasted or flavored.
Citrullus Lanatus Watermelon Seeds Whole
Whole seeds from Citrullus lanatus watermelons, including hulls, are oleaginous fruits imported as HTS 1207.70.00.40 melon seeds, whether or not broken. Used primarily for oil in health supplements.
Watermelon Seed Mix for Industrial Oil Extraction
A blend of hulled and whole watermelon seeds optimized for industrial pressing, falling under HTS 1207.70.00.40 as specified watermelon seeds. High oil yield makes them ideal for biofuel or edible oil production.