Product classification
HS code for Sorghum seeds: 1007.10
Cereals, grain sorghum, seed.
Classification of sorghum seeds under HS 1007.10
Sorghum seeds are classified under HS code 1007.10 because they fall within Chapter 10 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses cereals. Heading 1007 is specifically dedicated to grain sorghum. The subheading 1007.10 is distinguished from 1007.90 based on the intended use of the grain. To qualify for 1007.10, the sorghum must be of a quality and variety suitable for sowing and must be recognized as such by the relevant agricultural authorities. This classification is governed by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since the product is a cereal grain specifically identified as seed, it fits precisely into this category. The seeds must often meet specific purity and germination standards to be legally traded as seed for sowing in many jurisdictions. Furthermore, the seeds must not have undergone processing that changes their character as a cereal grain, although they may be treated with fungicides or pesticides to protect them during germination.
- Covers
- Hybrid sorghum seeds for planting
- Forage sorghum seeds for sowing
- Sweet sorghum seeds intended for agricultural use
- Certified organic sorghum seeds for sowing
- Also under 1007.10
- Pioneer Sorghum Seeds
- Dekalb Sorghum Seeds
- Advanta Seeds Sorghum
- Chromatin Sorghum Seeds
Codes often confused with 1007.10
Common mistake. Sorghum seeds are frequently confused with HS code 1007.90, which covers grain sorghum not intended for sowing, such as that used for animal feed or human consumption. Another common error is attempting to classify them under 1209.91 or 1209.99, which cover seeds of herbaceous plants or other seeds for sowing; however, because sorghum is a cereal, Chapter 10 takes precedence over Chapter 12.
Top exporters and importers of HS 100710 (the code used for sorghum seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 100710 (the code used for sorghum seeds) 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 sorghum seeds.
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 sorghum seeds
Brazil classifies sorghum seeds 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 sorghum seeds
What is the HS code for Sorghum seeds?
The HS code for Sorghum seeds is 100710 (Cereals; grain sorghum, seed). The HS code for sorghum seeds intended for sowing is 1007.10.
How do I classify Sorghum seeds for customs?
Sorghum seeds is classified under HS code 100710 — Cereals; grain sorghum, seed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 1007.10 and 1007.90?
Code 1007.10 is strictly for seeds used for planting (sowing), while 1007.90 is for grain sorghum used for food, industrial purposes, or animal feed.
Which countries are the top exporters of sorghum seeds (HS 100710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 100710 (the code used for sorghum seeds) 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 sorghum seeds (HS 100710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 100710 (the code used for sorghum seeds) 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 Sorghum seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 100710 for Sorghum 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 sorghum seeds in Brazil?
In Brazil, sorghum seeds (HS 100710) is classified under NCM 1007.10.00.