HS Code for Canola seeds

Canola seeds are classified under HS code 1205.10. This classification is located in Chapter 12, which covers oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds, and fruit. Heading 1205 is dedicated to rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken. The subheading 1205.10 specifically identifies "low erucic acid rape or colza seeds." Canola is the commercial and regulatory name for these specific varieties, which have been traditionally bred to contain less than 2% erucic acid in their fatty acid profile and less than 30 micromoles of glucosinolates per gram of air-dry oil-free solid. These seeds are primarily traded for the purpose of oil extraction or for use as sowing seeds. The classification applies to the raw, unprocessed seeds. If the seeds have been roasted or otherwise prepared for direct human consumption, they would move to Chapter 20, but in their raw state for industrial or agricultural use, they remain in Chapter 12.

Products Included

• Low erucic acid rape seeds
• Canola seeds for crushing
• Canola seeds for sowing
• Broken canola seeds
• Genetically modified canola seeds
• Hybrid canola planting seeds

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification for canola seeds is HS code 1205.90, which is reserved for "other" rape or colza seeds (those with high erucic acid content). High erucic acid varieties are typically used for industrial lubricants rather than food-grade oil. Another error involves confusing the seeds with the byproduct; canola meal is classified under 2306.41. Additionally, mustard seeds are sometimes confused with canola but are correctly classified under HS code 1207.50.

FAQ

What is the HS code for canola seeds?

The HS code for canola seeds is 1205.10, which covers low erucic acid rape or colza seeds.

What defines a seed as "low erucic acid" for HS purposes?

For HS classification, low erucic acid rape or colza seeds are those yielding a fixed oil which has an erucic acid content of less than 2% by weight.