HS Code 1204
Linseed (Flax Seed)
HS code 1204 covers linseed (flax seed), whether broken or not, used in both the industrial oil and edible health food sectors.
4-digit Section IIFCL
HS Code 1204 — Linseed (Flax Seed)
Linseed, also known as flax seed, is grown for its oil (linseed oil) and for human consumption (flax seeds for health food). This code covers the seeds in their raw state.
What's included
- Linseed for sowing
- Edible flax seed
- Linseed for industrial oil
What's excluded
- Linseed oil → use
1515(Oils are in Chapter 15.)
Common examples
- Brown flax seed
- Golden linseed
- Organic linseed for baking
Frequently asked questions
Is flax seed different from linseed?
In trade, they are essentially synonymous and classified under this same code.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Check for purity levels, especially for sowing seeds.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Canada, Kazakhstan, Russia
- Top importers: China, Belgium, United States
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Key takeaway
Classification is based on the seed; if processed for fiber, see Chapter 53.
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