HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1004.10 – Cereals; oats, seeds
HS code 1004.10 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, oats, seeds. It is used for certified oat seeds for planting, organic oat seeds, hulled oat seeds for sowing, common oat seeds and disease-resistant oat seeds.
What HS 1004.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers oat seeds intended for sowing, playing a vital role in the agricultural sector for crop propagation. These seeds are traded internationally to establish new oat fields, which are cultivated for various purposes, including animal feed, human consumption (oatmeal, oat milk), and cover cropping. Major exporting countries are typically those with large agricultural land bases and advanced seed production capabilities, such as Canada, the United States, and Australia. Importers include countries looking to expand their oat cultivation, improve crop yields, or diversify their agricultural output, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. The trade emphasizes seed purity, germination rates, disease resistance, and specific varietal characteristics suitable for different climates and end-uses. Quality control and phytosanitary regulations are paramount to prevent the spread of pests and diseases, making certification crucial in international transactions. Market dynamics are influenced by global demand for oats and agricultural policies.
- Covers
- Certified oat seeds for planting
- Organic oat seeds
- Hulled oat seeds for sowing
- Common oat seeds
- Disease-resistant oat seeds
- Spring oat seeds
- Winter oat seeds
- Examples
- Pioneer Oat Seeds
- Syngenta Oat Varieties
- KWS Oat Seeds
- DLF Oat Seeds
Codes often confused with 1004.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 100490 (other oats) if not specifically for sowing, or 100420 (oats, hulled) if the primary use isn't planting, requiring clear documentation of intent.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100410 in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 11% 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 $16M 22% of world exports
- 2 Canada $14M 18% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $9.6M 13% of world exports
World total: $75M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $6.8M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $6.7M 11% of world imports
- 3 Japan $6.0M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $60M 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 1004.10
Brazil does not split HS 1004.10: its NCM code is 1004.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1004.10
What is HS code 100410?
HS code 100410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; oats, seeds. This HS code specifically covers oat seeds intended for sowing, playing a vital role in the agricultural sector for crop propagation. These seeds are traded internationally to establish new oat fields, which are cultivated for various purposes, including animal feed, human consumption (oatmeal, oat milk), and cover cropping. Major exporting countries are typically those with large agricultural land bases and advanced seed production capabilities, such as Canada, the United States, and Australia. Importers include countries looking to expand their oat cultivation, improve crop yields, or diversify their agricultural output, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. The trade emphasizes seed purity, germination rates, disease resistance, and specific varietal characteristics suitable for different climates and end-uses. Quality control and phytosanitary regulations are paramount to prevent the spread of pests and diseases, making certification crucial in international transactions. Market dynamics are influenced by global demand for oats and agricultural policies.
What products fall under HS code 100410?
Certified oat seeds for planting, organic oat seeds, hulled oat seeds for sowing, common oat seeds, disease-resistant oat seeds, spring oat seeds, winter oat seeds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100410?
Can be confused with 100490 (other oats) if not specifically for sowing, or 100420 (oats, hulled) if the primary use isn't planting, requiring clear documentation of intent.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100410 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($16M, 22% of world exports), Canada ($14M) and Sweden ($9.6M). World exports came to about $75M, 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 100410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100410 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($6.8M, 11% of world imports), China ($6.7M) and Japan ($6.0M). World imports came to about $60M, 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 100410 structured?
HS code 100410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) 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 100410?
In Brazil, HS code 100410 is NCM 1004.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.