Product classification
HS code for Mustard seeds: 1207.50
Oil seeds, mustard seeds, whether or not broken.
Classification of mustard seeds under HS 1207.50
Mustard seeds are classified under HS code 1207.50. Chapter 12 of the Harmonized System covers oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds, and fruit. Heading 1207 is reserved for other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken, that are not specified in more specific headings like 1201 through 1206. Subheading 1207.50 is the specific designation for mustard seeds. This classification applies to the seeds in their raw, dried, or broken state, provided they have not been further processed into flour, meal, or prepared condiments. Mustard seeds are primarily classified here because of their high oil content and their use in oil extraction, although the code also covers seeds intended for sowing or for use in the food industry as a whole spice. The classification remains the same regardless of the variety of the mustard seed, such as Sinapis alba (white or yellow), Brassica juncea (brown), or Brassica nigra (black), as long as they remain in seed form.
- Covers
- Whole yellow mustard seeds
- Whole brown or black mustard seeds
- Broken mustard seeds (not ground into flour)
- Mustard seeds for sowing
- Also under 1207.50
- French's Yellow Mustard Seeds
- Maille Mustard Seeds
- Colman's Mustard Powder (derived from seeds)
- various brands of whole grain mustard.
Codes often confused with 1207.50
Common mistake. Mustard seeds are most commonly misclassified under HS code 2103.30, which is the code for mustard flour and prepared mustard. The distinction lies in the degree of grinding; once the seed is pulverized into flour, it leaves Chapter 12. Another misclassification occurs with heading 1209, which covers seeds for sowing. However, because mustard seeds are specifically named in heading 1207, they remain in 1207.50 even if intended for planting, following the rule that specific named headings take precedence over general use headings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120750 (the code used for mustard seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120750 (the code used for mustard seeds) in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 120750, not only mustard seeds.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $108M 36% of world exports
- 2 Germany $42M 14% of world exports
- 3 India $25M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $297M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $59M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $45M 17% of world imports
- 3 France $28M 10% of world imports
World total: $269M 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 mustard seeds
Brazil splits HS 1207.50 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1207.50.10Mustard seeds for sowing
- 1207.50.90Mustard seeds, not for sowing
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 mustard seeds
What is the HS code for Mustard seeds?
The HS code for Mustard seeds is 120750 (Oil seeds; mustard seeds, whether or not broken). The HS code for mustard seeds, whether whole or broken, is 1207.50.
How do I classify Mustard seeds for customs?
Mustard seeds is classified under HS code 120750 — Oil seeds; mustard seeds, whether or not broken. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are mustard seeds for planting classified differently?
No, mustard seeds for sowing are still classified under 1207.50 because the heading specifically includes mustard seeds regardless of their end use.
Which countries are the top exporters of mustard seeds (HS 120750)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120750 (the code used for mustard seeds) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($108M, 36% of world exports), Germany ($42M) and India ($25M). World exports came to about $297M, 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 mustard seeds (HS 120750)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120750 (the code used for mustard seeds) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($59M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($45M) and France ($28M). World imports came to about $269M, 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 Mustard seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120750 for Mustard 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 mustard seeds in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 120750 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for mustard seeds depends on the product's details: 1207.50.10 (Mustard seeds for sowing), 1207.50.90 (Mustard seeds, not for sowing).