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U.S. imports of soybean seed (HS 120110) totaled $2.3M in April 2026, traded with 6 countries.
Importers of Soybean Seed paid $198K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.2% on $2.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Soybean Seed imports of $2.3M in April 2026 ran 197% above the year-to-date monthly average of $789K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSoybean seed for sowing — distinct from soybeans imported for crushing or food processing — enters under a tightly controlled pathway because USDA APHIS regulates the importation of planting seed to prevent the introduction of plant pests and diseases. Canada is the dominant supplier, benefiting from geographic proximity and integrated North American seed-variety development programs; Uruguay and Argentina are also notable sources. All imports enter under a single line (1201100000), and APHIS phytosanitary permits and seed-health certificates are mandatory before shipment. Variety registration, germination rate, and seed-health test results are the critical documentation elements that determine admissibility.
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Importers must obtain an APHIS import permit prior to shipment, and the exporting country must provide a phytosanitary certificate issued by its national plant protection organization. The seed may also be subject to APHIS inspection at the port of entry and, in some cases, post-entry grow-out testing. Requirements vary by country of origin and the specific pest and disease risks associated with that origin; consult APHIS's Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) program or a licensed customs broker before arranging the first shipment.
The distinction rests on the declared and actual intended use: seed for sowing classifies under 1201.10, while soybeans for crushing, food processing, or other non-planting uses classify under 1201.90. CBP may request evidence of the planting purpose — such as a seed dealer's invoice, variety registration documents, or a phytosanitary certificate referencing planting seed — to confirm the correct heading. Misclassification can trigger both duty and APHIS compliance issues.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIETNAM | -- | $2.3M | +$2.3M |
| ARGENTINA | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
| CANADA | $198K | $661K | +$463K |
| PHILIPPINES | -- | $757K | +$757K |
| URUGUAY | $670K | -- | -$670K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1201100000 | SOYBEAN SEEDS FOR SOWING | $2.3M | 9.17% | $198K |
SOYBEAN SEEDS FOR SOWING
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1201100000 | SOYBEAN SEEDS FOR SOWING | $4.1M |
SOYBEAN SEEDS FOR SOWING
5.4M 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
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FL | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |
| INTERNATIONAL FALLS-RANIER, MN | -- | $2.0M | +$2.0M |
| BALTIMORE, MD | -- | $757K | +$757K |