HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1008.30 – Cereals; canary seeds
HS code 1008.30 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, canary seeds. It is used for canary seed for bird feed, hulled canary seed, canary seed for human consumption, canary seed flour and canary seed oil.
What HS 1008.30 covers
Canary seeds, classified under this HS code, are primarily traded for use as bird feed, forming a niche but significant segment of the global agricultural commodity market. These small, glossy seeds are a staple ingredient in many birdseed mixes due to their nutritional value for various avian species, particularly canaries and finches. Importers typically include pet food manufacturers, specialized birdseed distributors, and agricultural wholesalers catering to the pet industry. Exporters are often large-scale agricultural producers from regions with suitable climates for canary seed cultivation. Key considerations in this trade involve ensuring high purity, absence of foreign matter, and adherence to quality standards to guarantee the health and safety of birds. The market is driven by pet ownership trends and the demand for high-quality, specialized animal nutrition products.
- Covers
- Canary seed for bird feed
- Hulled canary seed
- Canary seed for human consumption
- Canary seed flour
- Canary seed oil
- Examples
- Kaytee Canary & Finch Food
- Vitakraft Canary Food
- Higgins Safflower Gold Canary & Finch
- various bulk seed suppliers
Codes often confused with 1008.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with 120799 (other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits) due to its seed nature, or 100890 (other cereals n.e.c.) if its specific classification is missed.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100830, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100830 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 77% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 26% 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 Canada $94M 77% of world exports
- 2 Argentina $9.1M 7.5% of world exports
- 3 United States $4.4M 3.6% of world exports
World total: $122M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $34M 26% of world imports
- 2 Brazil $9.7M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 China $9.3M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $131M 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 codes for 1008.30 2
Brazil splits HS 1008.30 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1008.30.10 Canary seed for sowingPara semeadura (sementeira)
- 1008.30.90 Canary seed, not for sowingOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1008.30
What is HS code 100830?
HS code 100830 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; canary seeds. Canary seeds, classified under this HS code, are primarily traded for use as bird feed, forming a niche but significant segment of the global agricultural commodity market. These small, glossy seeds are a staple ingredient in many birdseed mixes due to their nutritional value for various avian species, particularly canaries and finches. Importers typically include pet food manufacturers, specialized birdseed distributors, and agricultural wholesalers catering to the pet industry. Exporters are often large-scale agricultural producers from regions with suitable climates for canary seed cultivation. Key considerations in this trade involve ensuring high purity, absence of foreign matter, and adherence to quality standards to guarantee the health and safety of birds. The market is driven by pet ownership trends and the demand for high-quality, specialized animal nutrition products.
What products fall under HS code 100830?
Canary seed for bird feed, Hulled canary seed, Canary seed for human consumption, Canary seed flour, Canary seed oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100830?
Can be confused with 120799 (other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits) due to its seed nature, or 100890 (other cereals n.e.c.) if its specific classification is missed.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100830?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100830 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($94M, 77% of world exports), Argentina ($9.1M) and the United States ($4.4M). World exports came to about $122M, 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 100830?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100830 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($34M, 26% of world imports), Brazil ($9.7M) and China ($9.3M). World imports came to about $131M, 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 100830 structured?
HS code 100830 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100830?
Brazil splits HS code 100830 into 2 NCM codes: 1008.30.10 (Canary seed for sowing), 1008.30.90 (Canary seed, not for sowing). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.