U.S. exports of Sugar Beet Seeds for Sowing (HS 120910) totaled $223K in August 2026, exported to 4 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSugar beet planting seed is a high-value, technology-intensive agricultural input where variety genetics and disease-resistance traits drive purchasing decisions as much as price. Classified under a single line (1209100000), this commodity is sourced almost exclusively from European plant-breeding programs — France and the Netherlands are the leading suppliers to the US, with Italy also a source — reflecting the concentration of sugar beet seed R&D in those countries. USDA APHIS phytosanitary certification is required for all imported seed-for-sowing, and seed lots may be subject to additional testing or treatment conditions; consult a licensed customs broker or APHIS before importing.
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France, the Netherlands, and other European countries host the world's leading sugar beet seed breeding companies, which have invested decades in developing high-yield, disease-resistant, and herbicide-tolerant varieties. US sugar beet growers rely on these proprietary genetics, making European seed houses the primary global suppliers regardless of where the seed is ultimately multiplied.
Imported sugar beet seed for sowing must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country's national plant protection organization. APHIS may require the seed to be treated (e.g., fungicide-coated) or tested for specific pathogens such as beet necrotic yellow vein virus (rhizomania). Importers should verify current APHIS permit and treatment requirements well in advance of the planting season, as processing times can be significant.
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Low of 4 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $11.5M of Sugar Beet Seeds for Sowing.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 4 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Subheading 10 of 10 in heading 1209
Subheading 120910 · $223K of $51.5M
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1209100000 | Sugar Beet Seed of A Kind Used for Sowing | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1209100000 | Sugar Beet Seed of A Kind Used for Sowing | $223K |
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.
Exports · August 2026
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Mexico and Honduras together take 94% of it.
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None recorded for this period.