Heading 1206

Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken

7 declarable lines

Heading 1206 covers sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. The heading separates seed for oil stock, seed for sowing, and other sunflower seeds. The other group is split by human use, in-shell or shelled, and certified organic status.

Products in this heading

Sunflower seeds for oil crushing
Sunflower seeds for planting
In-shell sunflower seeds for human snacking
Certified organic in-shell sunflower seeds for human use
Shelled sunflower seeds for human use
Certified organic shelled sunflower seeds for human use
Sunflower seeds for other non-human uses

How to choose the right subheading

Decide the end use first: oil stock, sowing, or other.
For other sunflower seeds, decide whether they are for human use.
For human use, choose in-shell versus shelled.
Select the certified organic line only when the lot is certified organic.
Use the residual Other > Other line for non-human, non-sowing, non-oil-stock seeds.

Often confused with

Roasted or salted sunflower seeds
Roasting or other preparation moves edible seeds out of chapter 12.
Heading 2008
Sunflower seed oil
Oil pressed from sunflower seeds is classified as oil, not as seed.
Heading 1512
Sunflower seed flour or meal
Flours and meals of oil seeds are classified in heading 1208.
Heading 1208

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for sunflower seeds for oil stock?

Sunflower seeds for use as oil stock are classified under 1206.00.00.20. The general (MFN) rate for 1206.00.00.20 is Free.

What is the duty on in-shell sunflower seeds for human use?

In-shell sunflower seeds for human use other than certified organic are classified under 1206.00.00.70. The general (MFN) rate for 1206.00.00.70 is Free.

How do I classify certified organic shelled sunflower seeds for human use?

Certified organic shelled sunflower seeds for human use fall under 1206.00.00.75. The general (MFN) rate for 1206.00.00.75 is Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.