Hemp Seeds from China
Hemp seeds (Cannabis sativa) are oleaginous seeds with high oil content used for food, oil extraction, and animal feed. They fall under HTS 1207.99.03 as other oil seeds not specifically named in prior subheadings of Chapter 12.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.870%Articles provided for in subdivision (c) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify seed variety and oil content to confirm classification outside 1207.10-1207.91; provide lab analysis if challenged
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates for agricultural entry; declare as non-GMO if applicable to avoid biotech restrictions
• Avoid misclassification as 1211 for herbal parts—focus on seeds only to prevent reclassification