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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of flaxseed (linseed) (SITC 22340) totaled $6.3M in April 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Flaxseed (Linseed) paid $62K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $399K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Flaxseed (Linseed) imports of $6.3M in April 2026 ran 14% below the year-to-date monthly average of $7.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataTraded under the dual commercial names flaxseed and linseed, this oilseed serves two distinct end-use markets: food-grade flaxseed destined for human consumption (valued for omega-3 fatty acid content) and industrial linseed crushed for drying oils used in paints, varnishes, and linoleum. The distinction matters for regulatory routing — food-grade shipments fall under FDA oversight, while industrial-grade material does not carry the same labeling burden. USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements apply at entry regardless of end use, and importers should clearly declare intended use in entry documentation to streamline clearance.
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Yes. Food-grade flaxseed intended for human consumption is subject to FDA review for labeling and safety compliance, while industrial linseed destined for paint or varnish manufacturing bypasses food-safety channels. Clearly stating the end use on the commercial invoice and entry documents helps CBP and FDA route the shipment correctly and avoids unnecessary holds.
Flaxseed production is concentrated in a small number of temperate growing regions, making supply sensitive to drought and crop-year variability. Moisture and mycotoxin levels during ocean transit are also a recurring concern; buyers typically require certificates of analysis confirming moisture content and absence of contaminants before shipment.
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Monthly import values over time