HS Code 1206.00.00.90
Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - Other
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
Free
About HS Code 1206.00.00.90
HS code 1206.00.00.90 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - Other. It falls under Chapter 12 — Oil seeds, oleaginous fruits of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 1206 and subheading 1206.00. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 1206.00.00.90 is Free. This means no customs duty is charged regardless of the country of origin, though GST/HST and other applicable taxes still apply. 20 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 20 offer duty-free access (for example: Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff, Least Developed Country Tariff, General Preferential Tariff, United States Tariff, Mexico Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 1206.00.00.90
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 1206.00.00.90 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (Free) | $0 |
| GST (5%) | $500 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $10,500 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 1206.00.00.90
What is HS code 1206.00.00.90?
HS code 1206.00.00.90 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - Other". It sits under Chapter 12 (Oil seeds, oleaginous fruits) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 1206.00.00.90?
Imports classified under HS code 1206.00.00.90 are duty-free at the MFN (Most Favoured Nation) rate. You still pay GST/HST and other applicable taxes. Use our calculator to see the full landed cost.
Can I import 1206.00.00.90 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 1206.00.00.90 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 1206.00.00.90?
Yes. Imports of HS code 1206.00.00.90 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 1206.00.00.90?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 1206.00.00.90. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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20 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CCCT | Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| GPT | General Preferential Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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Related HS Codes
Other codes under chapter 12
| HS Code | Description | MFN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1206.00.00 | Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. | Free |
| 1206.00.00.10 | Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - For sowing | Free |
| 1206.00.00.20 | Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - For oil extraction | Free |
| 1206.00.00.31 | Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - For human use: - In shell | Free |
| 1206.00.00.32 | Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. - For human use: - Shelled | Free |