U.S. imports of oats seed (HS 100410) totaled $410K in April 2026, traded with 1 country.
Oat seed for planting enters under a single 10-digit line (1004100000) and, like other imported grain seed, requires USDA APHIS phytosanitary clearance. Canada is the overwhelmingly dominant supplier given its proximity and large oat-growing sector, while the presence of Japan and the United Kingdom in the supplier list reflects niche demand for specific hull-less or specialty oat varieties used in plant breeding programs.
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The distinction rests on whether the oats are presented and documented as seed of a kind used for sowing. Seed-quality oats are typically accompanied by official seed certification documents and phytosanitary certificates. Bulk commodity oats without seed certification should be classified under heading 100490 regardless of their germination potential.
APHIS phytosanitary requirements vary by country of origin and pest-risk profile. A phytosanitary certificate is standard for all origins, but additional treatments (e.g., for crown rust or smut pathogens) may be required for certain origins. Importers should consult APHIS or a licensed customs broker to confirm current requirements before shipment. Admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or USDA APHIS before importing.
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Imports
$410K
from 1 country · YTD: $1.2M
Exports
$484K
Surplus of $74K (net exporter)
Trade balance: surplus of $74K (net exporter)
YTD: $1.2M imported (April 2026)
56 shipments/month
Monthly import values over time
Top U.S. entry points for this product, ranked by latest-month import value.