Niger Seeds from Canada
Niger seeds (Guizotia abyssinica), also called nyjer, are tiny oleaginous seeds primarily for birdseed and oil. HTS 1207.99.03 includes these as other oil seeds.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Sterilize seeds to prevent germination claims shifting to 1209
• Declare end-use (birdseed vs oil) in entry summary
• Watch for reclassification to 1214 if mixed with seaweed