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HS Heading 1207 : Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 1207 encompasses other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken. It classifies 10 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 12 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter

Ch 12

Heading

1207

Subheadings

10 HS6

Status

Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 1207

HS Code	WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description	Chapter	Operational Package
1207.10	Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken, Palm nuts and kernels	12	View 1207.10 Package →
1207.21	Cotton seeds, Seed	12	View 1207.21 Package →
1207.29	Cotton seeds, Other	12	View 1207.29 Package →
1207.30	Castor oil seeds	12	View 1207.30 Package →
1207.40	Sesame seeds	12	View 1207.40 Package →
1207.50	Mustard seeds	12	View 1207.50 Package →
1207.60	Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds	12	View 1207.60 Package →
1207.70	Melon seeds	12	View 1207.70 Package →
1207.91	Other, Poppy seeds	12	View 1207.91 Package →
1207.99	Other, Other	12	View 1207.99 Package →

DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 1207

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 1207 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 1207 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 1207 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 1207?

HS Heading 1207 covers Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken, grouping 10 6-digit WCO subheadings.

How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 1207?

Subheadings under Heading 1207 range from 1207.11 to 1207.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.

What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 1207?

US MFN general duty rates for Heading 1207 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.

Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 1207?

Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).

What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 1207?

Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.

How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 1207?

Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.

Can goods under Heading 1207 enter duty-free under USMCA?

Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 1207?

Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.

What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 1207?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.

How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 1207?

Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.