HS Code 1201
Soya Beans
HS code 1201 covers soya beans, a primary global oilseed for food and feed, subject to specific GMO regulations and agricultural trade agreements.
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HS Code 1201 — Soya Beans
Soya beans are the world's most important oilseed, used for vegetable oil extraction and as a high-protein component in animal feed. This code covers raw beans, whether whole or broken.
What's included
- Soya beans for sowing
- Yellow soya beans
- Black soya beans
- Broken soya beans
What's excluded
- Roasted soya beans → use
2103(Roasted beans are prepared food products.) - Soya bean oil → use
1507(Oils fall under Chapter 15.)
Common examples
- Bulk GMO soya beans
- Organic non-GMO soya beans
- Soya bean seeds for planting
Frequently asked questions
Is edamame under 1201?
Fresh or chilled green soya beans (edamame) are in 0708. Dried ones for oil extraction are in 1201.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Certificate of Analysis for oil content and protein levels is standard.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Brazil, United States, Argentina
- Top importers: China, European Union, Mexico
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Key takeaway
The cornerstone of global feed trade; classification is simple but regulatory compliance (GMO) is complex.
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