HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1007.90 – Cereals; grain sorghum, other than seed
HS code 1007.90 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, grain sorghum, other than seed. It is used for red grain sorghum, white grain sorghum, milo, feed sorghum and industrial sorghum.
What HS 1007.90 covers
This HS code covers grain sorghum that is not intended for planting, making it a significant global commodity primarily used for animal feed, ethanol production, and human consumption, especially in regions where it is a staple food. Sorghum is highly valued for its drought resistance and adaptability to marginal lands, making it a crucial crop in many parts of the world. Major exporters include countries with large-scale agricultural production and efficient supply chains, such as the United States, Argentina, and Australia. Importers are diverse, ranging from China, which uses it extensively for feed and ethanol, to various African and Asian countries where it contributes to food security. Key factors influencing this trade include global feed demand, biofuel policies, weather patterns affecting harvests, and freight costs. Quality parameters such as moisture content, foreign matter, and mycotoxin levels are critical for international transactions, ensuring the sorghum meets the standards for its intended end-use.
- Covers
- Red grain sorghum
- White grain sorghum
- Milo
- Feed sorghum
- Industrial sorghum
- Sorghum flour
- Sorghum grits
- Examples
- Cargill Sorghum
- ADM Sorghum
- Bunge Sorghum
- Louis Dreyfus Sorghum
Codes often confused with 1007.90
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 100710 (Grain sorghum, seed) if the sorghum's purpose isn't explicitly stated, leading to incorrect duties and regulations. It's also distinct from processed sorghum products like popped sorghum snacks, which fall under different chapters.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100790, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100790 in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 71% 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 Australia $662M 44% of world exports
- 2 United States $475M 31% of world exports
- 3 Argentina $244M 16% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.2B 71% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $118M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Spain $107M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 1007.90
Brazil does not split HS 1007.90: its NCM code is 1007.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1007.90
What is HS code 100790?
HS code 100790 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; grain sorghum, other than seed. This HS code covers grain sorghum that is not intended for planting, making it a significant global commodity primarily used for animal feed, ethanol production, and human consumption, especially in regions where it is a staple food. Sorghum is highly valued for its drought resistance and adaptability to marginal lands, making it a crucial crop in many parts of the world. Major exporters include countries with large-scale agricultural production and efficient supply chains, such as the United States, Argentina, and Australia. Importers are diverse, ranging from China, which uses it extensively for feed and ethanol, to various African and Asian countries where it contributes to food security. Key factors influencing this trade include global feed demand, biofuel policies, weather patterns affecting harvests, and freight costs. Quality parameters such as moisture content, foreign matter, and mycotoxin levels are critical for international transactions, ensuring the sorghum meets the standards for its intended end-use.
What products fall under HS code 100790?
Red grain sorghum, White grain sorghum, Milo, Feed sorghum, Industrial sorghum, Sorghum flour, Sorghum grits
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100790?
This code is frequently confused with 100710 (Grain sorghum, seed) if the sorghum's purpose isn't explicitly stated, leading to incorrect duties and regulations. It's also distinct from processed sorghum products like popped sorghum snacks, which fall under different chapters.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100790?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100790 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($662M, 44% of world exports), the United States ($475M) and Argentina ($244M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 100790?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100790 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 71% of world imports), Mexico ($118M) and Spain ($107M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 100790 structured?
HS code 100790 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100790?
In Brazil, HS code 100790 is NCM 1007.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.