1201 - Soybeans, whether or not broken:

This HTS category, 1201, encompasses soybeans, regardless of whether they are whole or have been broken. Soybeans are a specific type of oilseed and oleaginous fruit, primarily valued for their high oil and protein content, making them a crucial commodity for food, animal feed, and industrial applications such as the production of vegetable oil and soy-based products.

Distinguishing 1201 from its sibling categories within the HTS structure involves recognizing that this section (Section II) focuses on a broad range of agricultural products. While siblings like 0101 through 0105 deal with live animals, HTS 1201 is specifically for a particular type of plant-based commodity, differing in its biological classification and ultimate use from livestock or poultry. The scope here is strictly limited to the soybean itself as a raw agricultural product.

Within category 1201, further subdivisions exist to refine classification based on the intended use of the soybeans. The subcategory 1201.10.00.00 specifically covers soybeans intended for use as seed for planting. The remaining soybeans, which are not designated for propagation but are intended for crushing, food consumption, or other industrial purposes, fall under the "Other" subcategory, 1201.90.00. This distinction is critical for tariff and regulatory purposes.