Chia Seeds
Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica) are tiny superfood oil seeds valued for omega-3 content and gel-forming properties in foods. HTS 1207.99.03.91 includes them as other oleaginous seeds not fitting major categories.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packaged for sprouting/sowing
Seeds marketed for cultivation fall under heading 1209 sowing seeds.
If pre-gelled or mixed into food preparations
Processed into food products shifts to Chapter 21 prepared foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with FSMA foreign supplier verification for food safety
• Test for Salmonella as high-risk for sproutable seeds
• Use 'chia seeds' nomenclature consistently to avoid reclassification
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