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U.S. imports of poppy seeds (HS 120791) totaled $1.0M in July 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Poppy Seeds paid $7K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 0.7% on $1.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Poppy Seeds imports of $1.0M in July 2026 ran 13% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.2M.
Last updated: July 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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21 shipments/mo
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.
HSChapter 12
Subheading 5 of 10 in heading 1207
Subheading 120791 · $1.0M of $29.6M
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ImportsExports
Imports
$1.0MYoY · Pro
Exports
$44KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1207910000 | Poppy Seeds, Whether or not Broken | $1.0M | 0.69% | 96.29% | $7K |
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 | $44K |
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 · July 2026
origin
Netherlands and Turkey together supply 62% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
3.7% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 0.69%.