Hulled Hemp Seeds from China
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.
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
• Verify seeds are not for sowing via germination testing certificates to avoid reclassification under 1209.91
• Provide lab analysis confirming THC content below 0.3% to comply with USDA and FDA import regulations for hemp
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates from origin to prevent quarantine issues common with oil seeds