Soybeans, whether or not broken
4 declarable lines
Heading 1201 covers soybeans, whether or not broken. It is split between seed soybeans in 1201.10 and other soybeans in 1201.90, with separate lines for oil stock and certified organic soybeans.
Products in this heading
- Soybean seed for sowing
- Soybeans for oil extraction
- Certified organic soybeans
- Conventional bulk soybeans
- Broken soybeans
- Food-grade soybeans
- Non-GMO identity-preserved soybeans
How to choose the right subheading
- Intended use as sowing seed: seed soybeans go in 1201.10.00.00.
- Oil stock use: soybeans of a kind used as oil stock go in 1201.90.00.05.
- Organic status: certified organic soybeans that are not seed or oil stock go in 1201.90.00.10.
- Residual line: all other non-seed soybeans go in 1201.90.00.90.
- Broken condition: heading 1201 covers broken soybeans, but the listed lines do not create a separate broken line.
Often confused with
- Heading 1202Peanuts (ground-nuts), not roasted or otherwise cooked
Peanuts are classified in a separate oil seed heading.
- Heading 1205Rape or colza seeds
Canola-type seeds are classified in heading 1205.
- Heading 1207Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits
Oil seeds not named in 1201 are covered by heading 1207.
- Heading 1208Soybean flour and meal
Flours and meals of oil seeds are in heading 1208, not 1201.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for soybean seed?
Soybean seed for sowing is 1201.10.00.00; its general (MFN) rate is Free.
What is the duty on soybeans used as oil stock?
Soybeans of a kind used as oil stock are 1201.90.00.05; the general (MFN) rate is Free.
How do I classify certified organic soybeans?
Certified organic soybeans that are not seed or oil stock are 1201.90.00.10 with a general (MFN) rate of Free; other non-seed soybeans use 1201.90.00.90, also Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.