Product classification
HS code for Bluegrass seeds: 1209.24
Seeds of forage plants, Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Classification of bluegrass seeds under HS 1209.24
Bluegrass seeds, specifically the species Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.), are classified under HS code 1209.24. This classification is found within Chapter 12, which covers oil seeds, oleaginous fruits, and various seeds for sowing. Heading 1209 is specifically designated for seeds, fruit, and spores of a kind used for sowing. Within this heading, the 1209.2x subheadings are reserved for seeds of forage plants. Kentucky blue grass is a primary forage and turf grass, and thus it is explicitly named in subheading 1209.24. The classification is based on the botanical identity of the seed and its intended use for propagation. This code applies to pure seeds of the Poa pratensis species that have not been processed for consumption or oil extraction, but are intended to be planted to create pastures, lawns, or sports fields.
- Covers
- Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds
- Certified bluegrass seed for sowing
- Bluegrass seed treated with fungicides for planting
- Raw bluegrass seeds intended for turf production
- Also under 1209.24
- Pennington Smart Seed Kentucky Bluegrass Mix
- Scotts Turf Builder Kentucky Bluegrass Mix
- Jonathan Green Black Beauty Kentucky Bluegrass
- DLF Kentucky Bluegrass
Codes often confused with 1209.24
Common mistake. Bluegrass seeds are sometimes misclassified under 1209.29, which is the residual category for other forage plant seeds. However, because Kentucky blue grass is specifically named in 1209.24, that code must be used. Another common error is attempting to classify these seeds under Chapter 10 (Cereals) if they are perceived as a grain, but Chapter 10 is reserved for specific food grains like wheat or corn. Additionally, if the seeds are mixed with other grass types (like fescue), the classification may change to 1209.29 depending on the predominant weight of the mixture.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120924 (the code used for bluegrass seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120924 (the code used for bluegrass seeds) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 120924, not only bluegrass seeds.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $36M 45% of world exports
- 2 Denmark $30M 38% of world exports
- 3 Germany $5.0M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $80M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $14M 20% of world imports
- 2 China $14M 20% of world imports
- 3 Germany $12M 17% of world imports
World total: $70M 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 bluegrass seeds
Brazil classifies bluegrass seeds under NCM 1209.24.00: HS 1209.24 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bluegrass seeds
What is the HS code for Bluegrass seeds?
The HS code for Bluegrass seeds is 120924 (Seeds of forage plants; Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds, of a kind used for sowing). The specific HS code for Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds is 1209.24.
How do I classify Bluegrass seeds for customs?
Bluegrass seeds is classified under HS code 120924 — Seeds of forage plants; Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds, of a kind used for sowing. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include all types of meadow grass?
No, this code is specific to Poa pratensis. Other types of meadow grass or forage seeds may fall under 1209.25 (Rye grass) or 1209.29 (Other forage seeds).
Which countries are the top exporters of bluegrass seeds (HS 120924)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120924 (the code used for bluegrass seeds) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($36M, 45% of world exports), Denmark ($30M) and Germany ($5.0M). World exports came to about $80M, 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 bluegrass seeds (HS 120924)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120924 (the code used for bluegrass seeds) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($14M, 20% of world imports), China ($14M) and Germany ($12M). World imports came to about $70M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bluegrass seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120924 for Bluegrass seeds is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bluegrass seeds in Brazil?
In Brazil, bluegrass seeds (HS 120924) is classified under NCM 1209.24.00.