Crushed Hemp Seeds

Partially crushed hemp seeds retaining their oleaginous properties for oil extraction or direct feed use, not fully processed into flour. HTS 1207.99.03.60 covers these as broken/other hemp seeds, whether or not broken per heading description.

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.

1208.90.00.00Higher: 36.4% vs 35%

If ground into flour or meal

Flours and meals of oil seeds (even partially defatted) are in heading 1208 per chapter note.

2306.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If post full oil extraction

Residues after solvent extraction classify as oil-cake in 2306.

1209.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If intact and viable for sowing

Heading 1209 takes precedence for sowing seeds regardless of minor damage.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact crushing extent on invoices to prevent misclassification as flour under 1208

Ensure bulk packaging meets fumigation standards for oil seeds prone to infestation

Test for erucic acid if blended with other seeds to align with low-erucic definitions elsewhere

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Hulled Hemp Seeds

Hulled hemp seeds, also known as hemp hearts, are the nutrient-rich inner kernels of Cannabis sativa seeds with the outer shell removed. They are classified under HTS 1207.99.03.60 as other hemp seeds (not for sowing), fitting the 'other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits' category due to their high oil content used in food and feed.

Whole Hemp Seeds for Bird Feed

Whole, unbroken hemp seeds packaged specifically for wild bird feeding. These fall under HTS 1207.99.03.60 as other hemp seeds, distinct from sowing seeds, valued for their oil content that attracts birds in wildlife feed blends.

Black Hemp Seeds for Food Use

Black hemp seeds from Cannabis sativa, valued for their dark hulls and high omega oil content, intended for human consumption in salads or baking. Classified in HTS 1207.99.03.60 as other (non-sowing) hemp seeds under other oil seeds.

Hemp Seeds for Industrial Oil Extraction

Bulk whole hemp seeds destined for mechanical pressing to extract hempseed oil for cosmetics and biofuels. HTS 1207.99.03.60 applies to these oleaginous seeds, other than those for sowing.

Toasted Hemp Seeds

Lightly toasted whole hemp seeds enhancing flavor for snack mixes, retaining oleaginous character. Still raw seeds under HTS 1207.99.03.60 as minimal processing doesn't alter seed classification.

Organic Hulled Hemp Seeds

Certified organic hulled hemp seeds from pesticide-free Cannabis sativa cultivation, used in health foods for their protein and oil profile. Falls under HTS 1207.99.03.60 as other hemp seeds not for sowing.