Product classification
HS code for Wheat seeds: 1001.91
Cereals, wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed.
Classification of wheat seeds under HS 1001.91
Wheat seeds intended for sowing are classified under HS code 1001.91. Chapter 10 of the Harmonized System covers cereals, and heading 1001 is specifically for wheat and meslin. Within this heading, the system distinguishes between durum wheat and "other" wheat. Subheading 1001.91 is reserved for the seeds of these other wheat varieties, such as common wheat or spelt. To qualify for this classification, the product must typically be recognized by national agricultural authorities as being for sowing purposes. This often requires specific packaging, labeling, or certification proving that the grain is intended for reproduction rather than for human consumption or industrial milling. The classification follows the principle of intended use and physical state, as seed wheat is often treated with fungicides or regulated differently than commercial grain. It is important to note that the "seed" designation is a legal and technical status, not just a biological one, requiring documentation to satisfy customs authorities that the grain will not enter the food supply chain directly.
- Covers
- Common wheat seeds for sowing
- Spelt seeds for sowing
- Meslin seeds for sowing
- Certified organic wheat seeds
- Hybrid wheat seeds for planting
- Also under 1001.91
- Bayer Crop Science Wheat Seeds
- Syngenta Common Wheat Seeds
- Limagrain Wheat Varieties
- KWS Wheat Seed
- Pioneer Common Wheat Seed
Codes often confused with 1001.91
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 1001.99, which covers wheat intended for consumption or milling. If the wheat is durum wheat seed, it must be classified under 1001.11 instead. Confusion also arises with 1209.91, which covers vegetable seeds; however, cereal seeds always remain in Chapter 10. Failure to provide phytosanitary certificates often leads to seeds being reclassified as standard grain under 1001.99.
Top exporters and importers of HS 100191 (the code used for wheat seeds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 100191 (the code used for wheat seeds) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 36% 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 100191, not only wheat seeds.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $333M 42% of world exports
- 2 Poland $85M 11% of world exports
- 3 Slovakia $47M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $787M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $268M 36% of world imports
- 2 Italy $189M 25% of world imports
- 3 New Zealand $44M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $751M 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 wheat seeds
Brazil classifies wheat seeds under NCM 1001.91.00: HS 1001.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wheat seeds
What is the HS code for Wheat seeds?
The HS code for Wheat seeds is 100191 (Cereals; wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed). The HS code for wheat seeds (other than durum) is 1001.91. Durum wheat seeds use 1001.11.
How do I classify Wheat seeds for customs?
Wheat seeds is classified under HS code 100191 — Cereals; wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include seeds treated with chemicals?
Yes, wheat seeds treated with fungicides or pesticides for protection during germination are still classified under 1001.91 as long as they are for sowing.
Which countries are the top exporters of wheat seeds (HS 100191)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 100191 (the code used for wheat seeds) in UN Comtrade data were France ($333M, 42% of world exports), Poland ($85M) and Slovakia ($47M). World exports came to about $787M, 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 wheat seeds (HS 100191)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 100191 (the code used for wheat seeds) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($268M, 36% of world imports), Italy ($189M) and New Zealand ($44M). World imports came to about $751M, 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 Wheat seeds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 100191 for Wheat 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 wheat seeds in Brazil?
In Brazil, wheat seeds (HS 100191) is classified under NCM 1001.91.00.