Safflower Seeds from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Lab test for oil content to substantiate 1207 classification over 1209
• Fumigate if bulk shipment to meet quarantine rules
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with parts (1209.90)