Product classification
HS code for Seed sorghum: 1007.10
Cereals, grain sorghum, seed.
Classification of seed sorghum under HS 1007.10
Grain sorghum is classified under heading 1007. The HS code 1007.10 is specifically for seed sorghum. This classification is based on the botanical identity of the plant as a member of the Sorghum genus and its intended use for sowing. Under the Harmonized System, cereals are classified in Chapter 10. Note 1 to Chapter 10 clarifies that the grains of this chapter remain classified here even if they are intended for sowing. This is an important distinction because many other types of seeds are classified in Chapter 12. However, for the major cereals like sorghum, the seed varieties are kept within the cereal headings. Subheading 1007.10 is used for varieties of grain sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) that have been selected and treated for planting. This excludes sweet sorghum used for forage or syrup production if it is not in the form of grain for sowing. The classification process involves verifying the product's end-use and ensuring it meets the standards for agricultural seed. This code is essential for monitoring the trade of genetic material used in grain production and for applying relevant agricultural tariffs.
- Covers
- Sorghum bicolor seeds for sowing
- Hybrid grain sorghum seeds
- Certified sorghum seeds for propagation
- Treated sorghum seeds for agricultural planting
- Also under 1007.10
- Pioneer Sorghum Seeds
- Dekalb Sorghum Seeds
- Advanta Seeds Sorghum
- Chromatin Sorghum Seeds
Codes often confused with 1007.10
Common mistake. Seed sorghum is often misclassified under 1007.90, which is for sorghum used for animal feed or industrial purposes. It is also sometimes confused with 1209.91, which covers vegetable seeds, though grain sorghum must remain in Chapter 10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 100710 (the code used for seed sorghum), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 100710 (the code used for seed sorghum) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 15% 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 100710, not only seed sorghum.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $46M 39% of world exports
- 2 France $20M 17% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $9.6M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $117M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $17M 15% of world imports
- 2 Italy $10M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Paraguay $9.8M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $114M 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 seed sorghum
Brazil classifies seed sorghum under NCM 1007.10.00: HS 1007.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about seed sorghum
What is the HS code for Seed sorghum?
The HS code for Seed sorghum is 100710 (Cereals; grain sorghum, seed). The HS code for seed sorghum is 1007.10, which covers grain sorghum varieties intended for sowing.
How do I classify Seed sorghum for customs?
Seed sorghum is classified under HS code 100710 — Cereals; grain sorghum, seed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this include forage sorghum?
If the sorghum is a grain variety intended for sowing, it falls under 1007.10. However, certain forage grasses may be classified in Chapter 12 depending on their botanical classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of seed sorghum (HS 100710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 100710 (the code used for seed sorghum) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($46M, 39% of world exports), France ($20M) and Brazil ($9.6M). World exports came to about $117M, 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 seed sorghum (HS 100710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 100710 (the code used for seed sorghum) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($17M, 15% of world imports), Italy ($10M) and Paraguay ($9.8M). World imports came to about $114M, 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 Seed sorghum the same in all countries?
The base HS code 100710 for Seed sorghum 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 seed sorghum in Brazil?
In Brazil, seed sorghum (HS 100710) is classified under NCM 1007.10.00.