HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1002.10 – Cereals; rye, seed
HS code 1002.10 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, rye, seed. It is used for certified rye seeds, winter rye seeds, spring rye seeds, forage rye seeds and hybrid rye seeds.
What HS 1002.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers rye grain intended for sowing, a crucial input for agricultural production. Rye is a hardy cereal grain, known for its ability to grow in poor soils and cold climates, making it an important crop in certain regions. It is primarily used for bread, animal feed, and the production of alcoholic beverages like whiskey. International trade in rye seeds is driven by farmers seeking specific varieties for cultivation, focusing on yield, disease resistance, and suitability for local growing conditions. Major importers are often countries looking to expand rye cultivation for food or feed, or those with specific demands for rye-based products. Exporters typically include nations with significant rye production and advanced seed breeding programs, such as Germany, Poland, and Russia. Key considerations in this trade involve phytosanitary certificates, genetic purity, and intellectual property rights for specific seed varieties, ensuring the quality and viability of the planting material.
- Covers
- Certified rye seeds
- Winter rye seeds
- Spring rye seeds
- Forage rye seeds
- Hybrid rye seeds
- Disease-resistant rye seeds
- Examples
- KWS Rye Seeds
- Saaten-Union Rye Seeds
- Limagrain Rye Varieties
- Syngenta Rye Seeds
- Pioneer Rye Seed
Codes often confused with 1002.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 100290 (rye, other than seed) if the end-use as seed is not clearly declared, which can impact import duties and agricultural subsidies.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100210 in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $26M 31% of world exports
- 2 Canada $21M 25% of world exports
- 3 Germany $19M 22% of world exports
World total: $86M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $21M 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $14M 18% of world imports
- 3 Denmark $5.8M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $78M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 1002.10
Brazil does not split HS 1002.10: its NCM code is 1002.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1002.10
What is HS code 100210?
HS code 100210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; rye, seed. This HS code specifically covers rye grain intended for sowing, a crucial input for agricultural production. Rye is a hardy cereal grain, known for its ability to grow in poor soils and cold climates, making it an important crop in certain regions. It is primarily used for bread, animal feed, and the production of alcoholic beverages like whiskey. International trade in rye seeds is driven by farmers seeking specific varieties for cultivation, focusing on yield, disease resistance, and suitability for local growing conditions. Major importers are often countries looking to expand rye cultivation for food or feed, or those with specific demands for rye-based products. Exporters typically include nations with significant rye production and advanced seed breeding programs, such as Germany, Poland, and Russia. Key considerations in this trade involve phytosanitary certificates, genetic purity, and intellectual property rights for specific seed varieties, ensuring the quality and viability of the planting material.
What products fall under HS code 100210?
Certified rye seeds, Winter rye seeds, Spring rye seeds, Forage rye seeds, Hybrid rye seeds, Disease-resistant rye seeds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100210?
This code can be confused with 100290 (rye, other than seed) if the end-use as seed is not clearly declared, which can impact import duties and agricultural subsidies.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100210 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($26M, 31% of world exports), Canada ($21M) and Germany ($19M). World exports came to about $86M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 100210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100210 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($21M, 27% of world imports), Germany ($14M) and Denmark ($5.8M). World imports came to about $78M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 100210 structured?
HS code 100210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100210?
In Brazil, HS code 100210 is NCM 1002.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.