1201.90.00.10 - Certified organic 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 4.4¢/kg |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS code, 1201.90.00.10, specifically classifies soybeans that are not of the common, recognizable type (i.e., "other" than those explicitly listed elsewhere) and are further certified as organic. This designation is crucial for importers and exporters to identify shipments of organic soybeans that meet specific regulatory and certification standards for organic production and handling. The "certified organic" attribute is the key differentiator within this subcategory, signifying adherence to organic farming practices and verification by an accredited certifying body.
Within the broader category of "Soybeans, whether or not broken," and further refined as "Other," this code stands apart from its sibling, 1201.90.00.90, which covers all other non-organic soybeans that do not fall under specific prior subdivisions. Therefore, the primary distinction lies in the organic certification status. While both classifications pertain to soybeans that are not otherwise specified, 1201.90.00.10 is exclusively for those with verified organic accreditation.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. This means that any soybean shipment that meets the criteria of being "other" than specifically listed varieties and is certified organic will fall directly under this code. Classification professionals should ensure that the organic certification documentation is readily available to support this designation in customs declarations.