Organic Soybean Seeds
Certified organic soybeans in seed form, grown without synthetic pesticides for planting. HTS 1201.10.00.00 covers these as raw soybean seeds for agricultural use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If partially broken during organic harvest
Any breakage moves it to other soybeans, losing seed status.
If used as spice seeds post-harvest
Spice preparations in Chapter 9 exclude raw sowing seeds.
If prepared dog/cat food ingredients
Prepared animal feeds from soybeans classify under Chapter 23.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure USDA NOP-equivalent organic certificates for duty-free preferences if eligible
• Conduct soil and residue testing documentation to support organic claims at entry
• Segregate from conventional seeds to prevent cross-contamination claims
Related Products under HTS 1201.10.00.00
Whole Soybean Seeds
Undeveloped soybeans harvested directly from the plant, used primarily for planting new crops. These intact seeds fall under HTS 1201.10.00.00 as soybean seeds, whether or not broken, intended for sowing purposes.
Non-GMO Soybean Seeds
Soybean seeds certified free from genetic modification, suitable for organic farming and sowing. Classified under HTS 1201.10.00.00 as seed soybeans, distinct from processed or hybrid varieties.
High-Yield Soybean Seeds
Premium soybean seeds bred for superior crop yields, packaged for agricultural planting. These fall under HTS 1201.10.00.00 as soybean seeds for sowing, prior to any processing.
Inoculated Soybean Seeds
Soybean seeds pre-inoculated with rhizobia bacteria to enhance nitrogen fixation for planting. Still classified as seeds under HTS 1201.10.00.00 since inoculation doesn't alter seed form.
Roundup Ready Soybean Seeds
Genetically modified soybean seeds resistant to glyphosate herbicide, for commercial farming. HTS 1201.10.00.00 applies to these biotech seeds as soybean seeds for sowing.
Food-Grade Soybean Seeds
High-quality soybean seeds selected for potential food processing but imported in seed form for planting. Under HTS 1201.10.00.00 as seeds, not yet processed.