HTS 12081000 — Of soybeans
HTS 12081000 sits inside heading 1208 (“Flours and meals of oil seeds or oleaginous fruits, other than those of mustard”) of Chapter 12 — Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder. For imports under this line, a general tariff of 1.9% applies. Preferential treatment is available under Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E, IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S, SG).
Tariff rates for 12081000
| Rate type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | 1.9% | Applies to countries without a preferential agreement, i.e. about 1.9% ad valorem on the customs value. |
| Special | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E, IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S, SG) | Reduced or free rates for designated program countries (see code legend on the USITC site). |
| Column 2 | 20% | Statutory rate applied to the few economies without normal-trade-relations status. |
Reporting units
Entry summaries for 12081000 must be declared in: No. (No. = number of units). A single quantitative measure accompanies the ad valorem component on the entry summary.
Statistical breakouts under 12081000
| Line | Description | General rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1208.10.00.10 | Certified organic | 1.9% |
| 1208.10.00.90 | Other | 1.9% |
Statistical suffixes refine classification within the same duty treatment; pick the breakout whose wording matches your goods most precisely.
Frequently asked questions
What is the duty rate for HTS 12081000?
12081000 carries a Column 1 general rate of 1.9%. The full official line, including special program rates and the Column 2 statutory rate, is reproduced above from the USITC schedule.
How do I classify 12081000 for US customs?
Classification follows the hierarchy shown in the breadcrumb above: Chapter 12, heading 1208, then this 8-digit statistical line. Confirm the tariff text matches your goods before entry; use our duty calculator to estimate landed cost including the 1.9% general rate.
Is there a Section 301 tariff on 12081000?
Section 301 actions apply by exact HTS line. This page shows the permanent schedule rate (1.9%) for 12081000; check the current 301 annexes or our dedicated Section 301 tariffs guide to see whether trade-remedy duties stack on top for your origin country.
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Data as of October 9, 2026 · Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (line 1208.10.00). Rates are informational and not a binding customs ruling.