Product classification
HS code for Rapeseed: 1205.90
Oil seeds, rape or colza seeds, other than low erucic, whether or not broken.
Classification of rapeseed under HS 1205.90
Rapeseed is classified under HS code 1205.90 because it falls within Chapter 12, which covers oil seeds and oleaginous fruits. Heading 1205 is specifically dedicated to rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken. The international classification system distinguishes between low erucic acid rape seeds (often referred to as canola) and other varieties. Subheading 1205.90 is the residual category for seeds that do not meet the definition of low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, which are defined as having an erucic acid content of less than 2% by weight and a solid component of glucosinolates of less than 30 micromoles per gram. This classification is essential for trade statistics and the application of specific agricultural tariffs that may vary based on the chemical profile of the seed.
- Covers
- High erucic acid rapeseed
- Industrial grade colza seeds
- Whole rapeseed for oil crushing
- Broken rapeseed (non-low erucic)
- Seeds of the Brassica napus L. species (other than low erucic)
- Seeds of the Brassica rapa L. species (other than low erucic)
- Also under 1205.90
- Specific industrial-grade rapeseed varieties from companies like BASF
- Syngenta (for industrial applications)
- various European agricultural cooperatives supplying industrial processors.
Codes often confused with 1205.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 1205.10, which is reserved exclusively for low erucic acid rape or colza seeds (Canola). Importers must verify the erucic acid content through laboratory analysis to ensure the correct code is applied. Additionally, rapeseed intended for sowing may sometimes be confused with 1209.91, but if the seeds are primarily for oil extraction, 1205 remains the primary heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120590 (the code used for rapeseed), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120590 (the code used for rapeseed) in UN Comtrade data was Romania, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 28% 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 120590, not only rapeseed.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Romania $621M 37% of world exports
- 2 France $311M 18% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $124M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $295M 28% of world imports
- 2 Germany $218M 20% of world imports
- 3 Bulgaria $180M 17% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 rapeseed
Brazil splits HS 1205.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1205.90.10Other rape or colza seed for sowing
- 1205.90.90Other rape or colza seed, not for sowing
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rapeseed
What is the HS code for Rapeseed?
The HS code for Rapeseed is 120590 (Oil seeds; rape or colza seeds, other than low erucic, whether or not broken). The HS code for rapeseed (other than low erucic acid) is 1205.90.
How do I classify Rapeseed for customs?
Rapeseed is classified under HS code 120590 — Oil seeds; rape or colza seeds, other than low erucic, whether or not broken. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include canola seeds?
No, canola seeds or low erucic acid rape seeds are classified under HS code 1205.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of rapeseed (HS 120590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120590 (the code used for rapeseed) in UN Comtrade data were Romania ($621M, 37% of world exports), France ($311M) and Belgium ($124M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 rapeseed (HS 120590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120590 (the code used for rapeseed) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($295M, 28% of world imports), Germany ($218M) and Bulgaria ($180M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Rapeseed the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120590 for Rapeseed 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 rapeseed in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 120590 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for rapeseed depends on the product's details: 1205.90.10 (Other rape or colza seed for sowing), 1205.90.90 (Other rape or colza seed, not for sowing).