Product classification
HS code for Oat seeds: 1004.10
Cereals, oats, seeds.
Classification of oat seeds under HS 1004.10
Oat seeds intended for sowing are classified under HS code 1004.10. This code is part of Chapter 10, which covers cereals. Heading 1004 is dedicated to oats, and the .10 subheading provides a specific distinction for grain that is used as an agricultural input rather than a food or feed commodity. To qualify for this classification, the oats must meet specific standards for purity, germination, and quality. In many international trade scenarios, customs officials require a phytosanitary certificate or a seed quality certificate from a recognized agricultural authority to verify that the product is indeed for sowing. The packaging often reflects this intended use, with seeds being sold in specialized bags labeled for agricultural reproduction. Furthermore, oat seeds for sowing are frequently treated with chemical fungicides or bird repellents, which would render them unfit for human or animal consumption but confirms their status under 1004.10. This classification is critical for trade policy, as many countries offer lower tariff rates or exemptions for seeds to support domestic agricultural production, whereas oats for consumption may be subject to higher duties or import quotas.
- Covers
- Certified oat seeds for agricultural sowing
- Hybrid oat seeds for planting
- Oat grains treated with fungicides for reproduction
- High-germination oats packaged for retail sowing
- Pedigreed oat seeds
- Also under 1004.10
- Pioneer Oat Seeds
- Syngenta Oat Varieties
- KWS Oat Seeds
- DLF Oat Seeds
Codes often confused with 1004.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 1004.90, which is for oats not intended for sowing (food or feed). Another error occurs when processed oats, such as those that have been hulled or rolled, are placed here; those belong in Chapter 11 under 1104.12 or 1104.22.
Top exporters and importers of HS 100410 (the code used for oat seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 100410 (the code used for oat seeds) in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 11% 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 100410, not only oat seeds.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $16M 22% of world exports
- 2 Canada $14M 18% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $9.6M 13% of world exports
World total: $75M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $6.8M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $6.7M 11% of world imports
- 3 Japan $6.0M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $60M 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 oat seeds
Brazil classifies oat seeds under NCM 1004.10.00: HS 1004.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about oat seeds
What is the HS code for Oat seeds?
The HS code for Oat seeds is 100410 (Cereals; oats, seeds). The HS code for oats specifically intended for sowing is 1004.10.
How do I classify Oat seeds for customs?
Oat seeds is classified under HS code 100410 — Cereals; oats, seeds. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do customs distinguish between seed oats and feed oats?
Customs typically look for seed certification, specific packaging, and chemical treatments (like fungicides) that indicate the grain is for agricultural planting rather than consumption.
Which countries are the top exporters of oat seeds (HS 100410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 100410 (the code used for oat seeds) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($16M, 22% of world exports), Canada ($14M) and Sweden ($9.6M). World exports came to about $75M, 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 oat seeds (HS 100410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 100410 (the code used for oat seeds) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($6.8M, 11% of world imports), China ($6.7M) and Japan ($6.0M). World imports came to about $60M, 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 Oat seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 100410 for Oat 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 oat seeds in Brazil?
In Brazil, oat seeds (HS 100410) is classified under NCM 1004.10.00.