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U.S. imports of poppy seeds (HS 120791) totaled $1.5M in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Poppy Seeds paid $14K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 0.9% on $1.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Poppy Seeds imports of $1.5M in April 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.3M.
Last updated: April 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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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.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NETHERLANDS | $641K | -- | -$641K |
| SPAIN | $336K | -- | -$336K |
| TURKEY | $159K | -- | -$159K |
| CANADA | -- | $108K | +$108K |
| HUNGARY | $107K | -- | -$107K |
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1207910000 | POPPY SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN | $1.5M | 0.95% | $14K |
POPPY SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1207910000 | POPPY SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN | $117K |
POPPY SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN
141.6K kg
PLANTS & PARTS ETC FOR MEDICAMENTS ETC NESOI
HS 121190
VEGETABLE SEEDS FOR SOWING
HS 120991
SOYBEANS, NESOI
HS 120190
LOW ERUCIC ACID RAPE/COLZA SEEDS W/NOT BROKEN
HS 120510
OIL SEEDS & OLEAGINOUS FRUITS W/NT BROKEN, NESOI
HS 120799
SUNFLOWER SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN
HS 120600
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $438K | $93K | -$345K |
| Illinois | $425K | -- | -$425K |
| Florida | $201K | $10K | -$191K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $946K | -- | -$946K |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $188K | -- | -$188K |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $30K | $97K | +$66K |