flax seed flax seed Flax seeds / Egyptian Flax seeds / Flaxseeds / Linseed Family: Linaceae Botanical names: Linum usitatissimum Hs Code: 1204000090 Color: Brown Form: seeds Origin: Egypt Packing: 25 kg bags What is flax history? Ancient Egyptian cultivated flax on a large scale as it appeared on the walls of temples. Linen was the special clothes of the Egyptian priests as it was the symbol of purity. The Egyptian linen has been traded by Phoenicians throughout the Mediterranean and used for the sails by the Romans. What are the uses of Flax? - Flax oil is the most commonly used part of the plant flax. It is used as a nutritional supplement and as a main ingredient in finishing wood products. - We can use flax as an ornamental plant in gardens.