Safflower Seeds

Safflower seeds (Carthamus tinctorius) are high-linoleic oil seeds used for edible oils and bird feed. They qualify under HTS 1207.99.03 as other oleaginous seeds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.91.80Same rate: 35%

If packaged for planting

Sowing seeds per 1209 Chapter Note take precedence.

2306.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If solvent-extracted meal

Refatted or defatted meals under 2306 per Chapter Note to 1208 exclusion.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Lab test for oil content to substantiate 1207 classification over 1209

โ€ข Fumigate if bulk shipment to meet quarantine rules

โ€ข Avoid bulk packaging confusion with parts (1209.90)