HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1207.10 – Oil seeds; palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken
HS code 1207.10 is the 6-digit subheading for oil seeds, palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken. It is used for palm kernels, palm nuts, crushed palm kernels, dried palm kernels and palm kernel shells (as byproduct).
What HS 1207.10 covers
This HS code covers palm nuts and kernels, which are crucial raw materials in the global palm oil industry. Unlike palm fruit, which yields crude palm oil, palm kernels are processed to extract palm kernel oil and palm kernel expeller, used in confectionery, cosmetics, detergents, and animal feed. Major producers and exporters are predominantly Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, which dominate the global palm oil market. Importers include countries with significant food processing, oleochemical, and animal feed industries, such as China, India, and various European nations. The trade is heavily scrutinized due to environmental concerns, particularly deforestation, leading to initiatives like the EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation) impacting sourcing and traceability. Buyers are increasingly demanding sustainably sourced products, making certifications like RSPO vital. This commodity is a cornerstone of many supply chains, facing increasing pressure for ethical and sustainable production.
- Covers
- Palm kernels
- Palm nuts
- Crushed palm kernels
- Dried palm kernels
- Palm kernel shells (as byproduct)
- Palm kernel meal (as byproduct)
- Palm kernel oil seeds
- Examples
- Sime Darby Plantation Palm Kernels
- Wilmar International Palm Kernels
- Golden Agri-Resources Palm Kernels
- IOI Corporation Palm Kernels
- Musim Mas Palm Kernels
Codes often confused with 1207.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 151321 (Crude palm kernel or babassu oil) if the oil has been extracted, and from 120799 (Other oil seeds) if not specifically identified as palm kernels.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 120710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 120710 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 68% of world imports. Costa Rica did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 21% of its exports here ($1.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher. Costa Rica did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its imports here ($4.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $82M 65% of world exports
- 2 Panama $6.0M 4.7% of world exports
- 3 Costa Rica* ~$5.8M 4.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
Costa Rica did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 21% of its exports here ($1.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $127M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $90M 68% of world imports
- 2 India $11M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Guatemala $7.6M 5.7% of world imports
Costa Rica did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its imports here ($4.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $133M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 1207.10 2
Brazil splits HS 1207.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1207.10.10 Palm nuts and kernels for sowingPara semeadura (sementeira)
- 1207.10.90 Palm nuts and kernels, not for sowingOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 12.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 1207.10
What is HS code 120710?
HS code 120710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oil seeds; palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken. This HS code covers palm nuts and kernels, which are crucial raw materials in the global palm oil industry. Unlike palm fruit, which yields crude palm oil, palm kernels are processed to extract palm kernel oil and palm kernel expeller, used in confectionery, cosmetics, detergents, and animal feed. Major producers and exporters are predominantly Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, which dominate the global palm oil market. Importers include countries with significant food processing, oleochemical, and animal feed industries, such as China, India, and various European nations. The trade is heavily scrutinized due to environmental concerns, particularly deforestation, leading to initiatives like the EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation) impacting sourcing and traceability. Buyers are increasingly demanding sustainably sourced products, making certifications like RSPO vital. This commodity is a cornerstone of many supply chains, facing increasing pressure for ethical and sustainable production.
What products fall under HS code 120710?
Palm kernels, Palm nuts, Crushed palm kernels, Dried palm kernels, Palm kernel shells (as byproduct), Palm kernel meal (as byproduct), Palm kernel oil seeds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 120710?
This code is distinct from 151321 (Crude palm kernel or babassu oil) if the oil has been extracted, and from 120799 (Other oil seeds) if not specifically identified as palm kernels.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 120710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 120710 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($82M, 65% of world exports), Panama ($6.0M) and Costa Rica (about $5.8M). World exports came to about $127M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Costa Rica did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 21% of its exports here ($1.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 120710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 120710 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($90M, 68% of world imports), India ($11M) and Guatemala ($7.6M). World imports came to about $133M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Costa Rica did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 46% of its imports here ($4.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 120710 structured?
HS code 120710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (12) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) 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 120710?
Brazil splits HS code 120710 into 2 NCM codes: 1207.10.10 (Palm nuts and kernels for sowing), 1207.10.90 (Palm nuts and kernels, not for sowing). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.