Winter Melon Seeds Industrial Grade
Industrial-grade seeds from winter melons (Benincasa hispida), broken or whole for oil milling. Classified in HTS 1207.70.00 as melon seeds, oleaginous fruits of Chapter 12. Used in food processing rather than sowing.
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If vegetables in bulk for processing
Unspecified vegetables could apply if not emphasizing oil content, but melon seeds specifically in 1207.
If post-oil extraction residues
Oil-cake from melon seeds after pressing goes to 2306, state of completion changes heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISF filings early for bulk ag shipments to avoid delays at ports
• Test for erucic acid if blended with rape seeds to prevent subheading mix-ups (though 1207 not directly affected)
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