Product classification
HS code for Sorghum grain: 1007.90
Cereals, grain sorghum, other than seed.
Classification of sorghum grain under HS 1007.90
Sorghum grain is classified under HS code 1007.90 when it is intended for consumption, animal feed, or industrial use rather than for sowing. Chapter 10 of the Harmonized System covers cereals, and heading 1007 is dedicated specifically to grain sorghum (Sorghum bicolor). The subheading 1007.90 is a "residual" category for all grain sorghum that does not qualify as "seed" under 1007.10. To be classified here, the grain must be in its whole form, not worked or processed beyond simple cleaning, drying, or basic sorting. Sorghum is a major cereal crop used globally for animal feed, ethanol production, and human consumption, particularly in arid regions where it serves as a staple. The classification requires that the grain has not been pearled, crushed, or ground into flour. Customs officials look for phytosanitary certificates and intended use declarations to confirm that the shipment is for consumption or processing rather than agricultural planting, as seeds for sowing are subject to different regulatory controls and duty structures.
- Covers
- Whole grain sorghum for animal feed
- Food-grade white sorghum grain (whole)
- Red sorghum for industrial ethanol processing
- Milo (grain sorghum) in bulk
- Dried sorghum grains for human consumption
- Also under 1007.90
- Cargill Sorghum
- ADM Sorghum
- Bunge Sorghum
- Louis Dreyfus Sorghum
Codes often confused with 1007.90
Common mistake. HS code 1007.10 is often used incorrectly; it is strictly for certified seed for sowing. Another common error is using 1104.29, which covers grains that have been hulled, pearled, or sliced. If the sorghum has been processed into flour, it must be classified under 1102.90. Additionally, sweet sorghum (used for syrup) is sometimes confused with grain sorghum, though they are distinct varieties.
Top exporters and importers of HS 100790 (the code used for sorghum grain), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 100790 (the code used for sorghum grain) in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 71% 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 100790, not only sorghum grain.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Australia $662M 44% of world exports
- 2 United States $475M 31% of world exports
- 3 Argentina $244M 16% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.2B 71% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $118M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Spain $107M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 sorghum grain
Brazil classifies sorghum grain under NCM 1007.90.00: HS 1007.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sorghum grain
What is the HS code for Sorghum grain?
The HS code for Sorghum grain is 100790 (Cereals; grain sorghum, other than seed). The HS code for grain sorghum (not for seed) is 1007.90.
How do I classify Sorghum grain for customs?
Sorghum grain is classified under HS code 100790 — Cereals; grain sorghum, other than seed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is sorghum flour classified under this code?
No, sorghum flour is classified under HS code 1102.90. HS code 1007.90 is only for the whole grain.
Which countries are the top exporters of sorghum grain (HS 100790)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 100790 (the code used for sorghum grain) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($662M, 44% of world exports), the United States ($475M) and Argentina ($244M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 sorghum grain (HS 100790)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 100790 (the code used for sorghum grain) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 71% of world imports), Mexico ($118M) and Spain ($107M). World imports 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.
Is the HS code for Sorghum grain the same in all countries?
The base HS code 100790 for Sorghum grain 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 sorghum grain in Brazil?
In Brazil, sorghum grain (HS 100790) is classified under NCM 1007.90.00.