HTS US: 1207.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers a broad range of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits that may be used for oil production or other industrial and food purposes. These products may be whole, broken, or processed to a certain degree but remain primarily seeds or fruits rich in oil content.
- Palm nuts and kernels: These are the seeds from the oil palm fruit, widely used for palm oil extraction.
- Castor oil seeds: Seeds harvested from the castor plant, used mainly for castor oil production.
- Sesame seeds: Small, oil-rich seeds used both in food and oil extraction, including certified organic variants.
- Mustard seeds: Seeds used for mustard oil and as a spice.
- Safflower seeds: Seeds of Carthamus tinctorius, valuable for edible oils.
- Melon seeds: Seeds from various melon varieties, including cantaloupe and watermelon.
- Poppy seeds: Widely used in food and oil extraction.
- Niger seed and other miscellaneous seeds: Various oil seeds used for sowing or oil production.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II:
- Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder
- Heading 1207: Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
1207.XX.XXXX– Specifies the particular type of seed or fruit.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The heading 1207 is subdivided into specific 8-digit and 10-digit codes that identify the exact type of oil seed or oleaginous fruit.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1207.10.00.00 | Palm nuts and kernels | Seeds from oil palm fruits, a primary source of palm oil. |
| 1207.21.00.00 | Seed (specific type not otherwise classified) | General seed category under this heading. |
| 1207.29.00.00 | Other | Miscellaneous oil seeds not specifically listed elsewhere. |
| 1207.30.00.00 | Castor oil seeds | Used primarily for castor oil extraction. |
| 1207.40.00 | Sesame seeds | Including detailed subcategories: |
| 1207.40.00.10 | Certified organic sesame seeds | Seeds certified as organic by relevant authorities. |
| 1207.40.00.90 | Other sesame seeds | Non-organic or other sesame seed varieties. |
| 1207.50.00.00 | Mustard seeds | Used for oil and as a spice in culinary applications. |
| 1207.60.00.00 | Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds | Valued for edible oil production. |
| 1207.70.00 | Melon seeds | Subdivided into various melon seed types: |
| 1207.70.00.20 | Cantaloupe seeds | Seeds from cantaloupe melons. |
| 1207.70.00.40 | Watermelon seeds | Seeds from watermelon fruit. |
| 1207.70.00.75 | Other melon seeds | Includes other melon seed varieties not specified above. |
| 1207.91.00.00 | Poppy seeds | Used in food products and oil extraction. |
| 1207.99.03 | Other | Miscellaneous seeds further broken down: |
| 1207.99.03.10 | Niger seed | Seed used for oil and bird feed. |
| 1207.99.03.40 | For sowing | Seeds specifically intended for planting purposes. |
| 1207.99.03.60 | Other | Various other seeds not otherwise specified. |
| 1207.99.03.91 | Other | Additional miscellaneous seeds. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
Important exclusions to avoid misclassification:
- Edible oils already extracted are classified under Chapter 15.
- Prepared or roasted seeds intended for direct consumption fall under food preparation chapters.
- Seeds used solely for planting may be classified differently depending on treatment and purpose.
- Non-oleaginous seeds and fruits are classified elsewhere.
Notes
- Regulatory Oversight: Import and export of oil seeds may be subject to phytosanitary and quality regulations, including certification for organic status where applicable.
- Duty Rates: Tariffs vary depending on the specific 10-digit HTS code, seed type, and country of origin.
- Certification: Some seeds such as organic sesame seeds require proper certification documentation for import/export.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of certified organic sesame seeds.US HTS Code:
1207.40.00.10(Certified organic sesame seeds)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS (may vary based on trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: Organic certification, phytosanitary certificate.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1206: Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken.
- HTS 1507: Soya-bean oil and its fractions.
- HTS 1515: Other fixed vegetable fats and oils.
- HTS 0713: Dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split.
