Product classification
HS code for Peanut seeds: 1202.30
Ground-nuts, seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken.
Classification of peanut seeds under HS 1202.30
Peanut seeds intended for sowing are classified under HS code 120230. This code is part of Chapter 12, which covers oil seeds and oleaginous fruits. The classification is specific to ground-nuts (peanuts) that have not been roasted or otherwise cooked. The subheading 120230 was introduced to distinguish seeds meant for planting from those intended for oil extraction or direct human consumption. To qualify for this code, the peanuts must typically meet certain agricultural standards for germination and purity, and they are often treated with fungicides or marked specifically for sowing purposes.
- Covers
- Peanut seeds for sowing
- Ground-nut seeds for planting
- Certified peanut seed stock
- Untreated peanut seeds for agricultural use
- Shelled peanut seeds for sowing
- In-shell peanut seeds for sowing
- Also under 1202.30
- Syngenta Peanut Seeds
- Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts (involved in seed supply)
- various regional seed companies
Codes often confused with 1202.30
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS codes 120241 (in-shell) or 120242 (shelled), which cover ground-nuts not intended for seed. If the peanuts are for eating or oil crushing, they must be classified under the "other" subheadings. Another major error is using HS code 200811, which is for roasted or salted peanuts; once the peanut has undergone a cooking process, it is no longer classified in Chapter 12. Additionally, if the peanuts are intended for animal feed and have been processed into meal, they may fall under 230500.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120230 (the code used for peanut seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120230 (the code used for peanut seeds) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 55% 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 120230, not only peanut seeds.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $23M 58% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $3.9M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $3.3M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $40M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $48M 55% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $22M 26% of world imports
- 3 Zimbabwe* ~$3.5M 4.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $87M 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 code for peanut seeds
Brazil classifies peanut seeds under NCM 1202.30.00: HS 1202.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about peanut seeds
What is the HS code for Peanut seeds?
The HS code for Peanut seeds is 120230 (Ground-nuts; seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken). The HS code for peanut seeds (ground-nuts) specifically intended for sowing is 120230.
How do I classify Peanut seeds for customs?
Peanut seeds is classified under HS code 120230 — Ground-nuts; seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can I use this code for peanuts I intend to roast?
No, this code is strictly for seeds intended for planting. Peanuts for consumption or roasting should be classified under 120241 or 120242.
Which countries are the top exporters of peanut seeds (HS 120230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120230 (the code used for peanut seeds) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($23M, 58% of world exports), South Africa ($3.9M) and the Netherlands ($3.3M). World exports came to about $40M, 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 peanut seeds (HS 120230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120230 (the code used for peanut seeds) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($48M, 55% of world imports), Belgium ($22M) and Zimbabwe (about $3.5M). World imports came to about $87M, 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 Peanut seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120230 for Peanut 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 peanut seeds in Brazil?
In Brazil, peanut seeds (HS 120230) is classified under NCM 1202.30.00.