Niger Seeds from Mexico
Niger seeds (Guizotia abyssinica), also called nyjer, are black oil seeds primarily for wild bird feed. They fall under HTS 1207.99.03.91 as other oil seeds, common in pet trade imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• Sterilize to kill germination viability for birdseed compliance
• Label as 'nyjer seed' per AAFCO feed standards
• Avoid yellow-flowered thistle contamination