Product classification
HS code for Kentucky bluegrass seeds: 1209.24
Seeds of forage plants, Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Classification of kentucky bluegrass seeds under HS 1209.24
Kentucky bluegrass seeds are classified under HS code 1209.24. Chapter 12 covers oil seeds and various grains and seeds used for sowing. Heading 1209 is specifically for seeds, fruit, and spores of a kind used for sowing. Within this heading, the Harmonized System provides specific subheadings for different types of forage plants. Subheading 1209.24 is the international standard for Kentucky blue grass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds. To be classified here, the seeds must be intended for planting to grow grass, typically for lawns, pastures, or sports fields. The classification is strictly based on the botanical species. If the seeds are mixed with other grass types, the classification may depend on the predominant weight of the seeds in the mixture, though pure Kentucky bluegrass is always 1209.24. This code is essential for agricultural statistics and for applying specific phytosanitary regulations during international trade.
- Covers
- Poa pratensis L. seeds
- Kentucky bluegrass turf seeds
- Forage-grade bluegrass seeds
- Certified bluegrass sowing seeds
- Kentucky bluegrass seeds in retail packaging for lawns
- 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. Kentucky bluegrass is often misclassified under 1209.25, which is for rye grass seeds, or 1209.21, which is for Lucerne (Alfalfa) seeds. These are distinct botanical species. It should also not be confused with 1008.90 (Other cereals), as 1209 is specifically for seeds intended for sowing rather than consumption.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120924 (the code used for kentucky bluegrass seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120924 (the code used for kentucky 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 kentucky 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 kentucky bluegrass seeds
Brazil classifies kentucky 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 kentucky bluegrass seeds
What is the HS code for Kentucky bluegrass seeds?
The HS code for Kentucky 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 intended for sowing is 1209.24.
How do I classify Kentucky bluegrass seeds for customs?
Kentucky 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.
Is a phytosanitary certificate required for this HS code?
Yes, most countries require a phytosanitary certificate for items under heading 1209, including Kentucky bluegrass seeds, to ensure they are free from pests and diseases before they are imported for planting.
Which countries are the top exporters of kentucky bluegrass seeds (HS 120924)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120924 (the code used for kentucky 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 kentucky bluegrass seeds (HS 120924)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120924 (the code used for kentucky 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 Kentucky bluegrass seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120924 for Kentucky 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 kentucky bluegrass seeds in Brazil?
In Brazil, kentucky bluegrass seeds (HS 120924) is classified under NCM 1209.24.00.