U.S. imports of Poppy Seeds (HS 120791) totaled $1.7M in August 2026, imported from 14 countries.
Importers of Poppy Seeds paid $78K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 4.54% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Poppy Seeds imports of $1.7M in August 2026 ran 36% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.3M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataPoppy seeds (Papaver somniferum) used in food applications — bakery toppings, confectionery, and specialty oils — are classified under a single 10-digit line (1207910000). The Netherlands is the leading US supplier, reflecting its role as a major European re-export and processing hub, with Turkey and Spain also significant sources. Because poppy seeds derive from the same plant species as opium, DEA awareness and FDA food-safety scrutiny are heightened for this commodity; importers should ensure shipments are clearly documented as food-grade seed and comply with all FDA prior notice requirements. Consult a licensed customs broker for current entry procedures.
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40 import shipments a month
While food-grade poppy seeds are not themselves a controlled substance, they originate from Papaver somniferum, the opium poppy. CBP and FDA may scrutinize shipments for alkaloid contamination levels, and importers should be prepared to provide documentation confirming the seeds are food-grade and not intended for illicit purposes. DEA registration is not required for food-grade seed imports, but due diligence on supplier compliance is strongly advised.
FDA expects imported food-grade poppy seeds to meet general food-safety standards under FSMA. In practice, buyers often require supplier certificates of analysis covering morphine and codeine alkaloid levels, as well as microbiological and pesticide residue testing, to satisfy both regulatory and retail customer requirements.
ImportsExports
Imports
$1.7MYoY · free account
Exports
$71KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $15.3M of Poppy Seeds and exported $814K.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 5 of 10 in heading 1207
Subheading 120791 · $1.7M of $30.4M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1207910000 | Poppy Seeds, Whether or not Broken | $1.7M | 4.54% | 98.77% | $78K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1207910000 | Poppy Seeds, Whether or not Broken | $71K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Netherlands and Turkey together supply 67% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
1.2% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 4.54% of imports for consumption.