Canadian Finola Hemp Seed Variety for Sowing from China
Finola, a popular early-maturing hemp seed variety from Canada, intended exclusively for sowing in short-season climates. HTS 1207.99.0340 applies as these are other oil seeds (hemp) specifically for propagation, not for immediate oil pressing. Certified low-THC for industrial fiber and grain production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Submit DEA or USDA import permits if crossing from Canada, confirming non-controlled substance status for sowing
• Document varietal registration with international seed databases to prove agricultural sowing purpose
• Monitor for erucic acid/glucosinolate content if blended with other oil seeds, though primarily hemp-focused