HS 1201 — Soya beans
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 12 Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 12
Chapter 12 Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 1201 covers
Soya, groundnuts, sunflower and other oil seeds, oleaginous fruits, and medicinal/industrial plants.
Classification notes
Oil content and intended use (crude seed vs planted seed) affect classification.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 1201
What is HS 1201?
Soya beans is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 12 (Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 1201?
Soya beans covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 1201 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 1201 products?
Oil content and intended use (crude seed vs planted seed) affect classification.