HS Code 100410

Oat Seed for Sowing

HS code 100410 covers oat seeds destined for agricultural sowing, requiring phytosanitary certification and compliance with seed quality standards.

6-digit Section IIFCL

HS Code 100410 — Oat Seed for Sowing

Oat grains (Avena sativa) specifically intended and treated for sowing. Oats are common in cool, moist climates for both grain harvest and forage.

What's included

  • Certified oat sowing stock
  • Black oat seeds for planting

What's excluded

  • Oats for milling → use 100490 (Intended for food/feed use.)

Common examples

  • Certified spring oat seed
  • Forage oat seed stock
  • Winter oat seeds for sowing

Frequently asked questions

What documentation is needed for oat seeds?

A Phytosanitary Certificate is almost always required to ensure the seeds are free from specific pests like oat cyst nematode.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0%
  • Documentation: Check for noxious weed seed restrictions.
  • Typical shipping mode: FCL
  • Top exporters: Finland, Sweden, Canada
  • Top importers: United States, Norway, Germany

Key takeaway

Relatively small volume trade compared to food/feed oats.

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