Flaxseed Supplier — Wholesale Linseed
Flaxseed, traded internationally as linseed, is an oilseed valued for its oil rich in omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid. FUSHKOV GCG supplies flaxseed for crushing, food and feed use to buyers worldwide on Incoterms 2020 terms.
Product
Oilseed flax (linseed)
Oil content
Typically 38–45%
Packaging
Bulk, big bags, bags
Terms
Incoterms 2020
What flaxseed is
Flaxseed is the seed of oilseed flax (Linum usitatissimum), grown for its seed rather than its fibre. The small, flat, glossy seeds contain roughly 40% oil, a substantial share of protein and dietary fibre including mucilage. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid, typically makes up more than half of the fatty acids in linseed oil, which explains both its nutritional value and its use in drying oils. Major exporters include Russia, Kazakhstan and Canada.
Brown and golden flaxseed
Brown flaxseed
The most widely grown and traded type. Used mainly for crushing into linseed oil and meal, and also in food and feed.
Golden (yellow) flaxseed
Light-coloured seed with a similar composition, often preferred for bakery products, cereals and other food applications.
Typical specification (reference)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Oil content (dry matter basis) | Typically 38–45% |
| Moisture, max | 9–10% |
| Foreign matter (admixture), max | 2% |
| Free fatty acids in oil | As agreed in the contract |
| Colour | Brown or golden, according to the contract |
| HS code | 1204 (linseed, whether or not broken) |
Reference values for typical commercial grades. The final specification is fixed in the contract; the final classification of a lot is confirmed by the customs declarant.
Main uses and markets
- Crushing. Linseed is pressed or extracted to produce linseed oil and linseed meal or cake. Technical linseed oil is a classic drying oil for paints, varnishes, putty and linoleum; refined and cold-pressed oil is used as food oil.
- Feed. Linseed meal is a protein ingredient for cattle and horse rations; whole or extruded seed is used to raise omega-3 levels in animal products.
- Food. Whole and ground flaxseed is added to bread, breakfast cereals, snacks and health foods.
Packaging and logistics
Flaxseed is shipped in bulk in vessel holds or containers, in big bags or in bags, by sea, rail or multimodal routes. The seed is small and free-flowing, so holds and containers are prepared to prevent leakage, and moisture is controlled to protect oil quality during transit.
Why FUSHKOV GCG
International supply. We supply flaxseed to buyers worldwide.
Incoterms 2020. The delivery basis is fixed in the contract under Incoterms 2020 rules.
Independent inspection. Quantity and quality are typically checked by an independent inspector at loading.
Long-term contracts. We work with producers and buyers under long-term contracts; consultation and a commercial offer are available on request.
Frequently asked questions
Is flaxseed the same as linseed?
Yes. Both names refer to the seed of the same plant. In international trade the oilseed is usually called linseed, while flaxseed is common in food markets.
How is oil content specified?
Oil content is usually stated on a dry matter basis and confirmed by laboratory analysis of samples drawn at loading. The basis and the method are fixed in the contract.
Which HS code applies to flaxseed?
Linseed, whether or not broken, is classified under HS heading 1204. The final classification of a lot is confirmed by the customs declarant.
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