Oil seeds; rape or colza seeds, other than low erucic, whether or not broken

HS code 120590 covers the import and export of rape or colza seeds, which are a crucial oilseed crop used in the production of vegetable oils, animal feed, and various industrial applications. As a major global supplier of these seeds, the industry plays a significant role in the international agricultural trade and contributes to the broader economy through its diverse end-uses.

The production of rape or colza seeds typically involves cultivating the crop, harvesting the seeds, and processing them to extract the oil. Farmers use various agricultural techniques, such as crop rotation, pest management, and precision farming, to optimize the yield and quality of the seeds. The seeds are then cleaned, dried, and often crushed or pressed to extract the oil, which is further refined and processed for various applications.

The main inputs required for the rape or colza seed industry include arable land, agricultural machinery, fertilizers, and pesticides. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, transportation infrastructure, and access to markets for the distribution of the seeds and derived products.

The primary output of the 120590 industry is the rape or colza seeds, which can be further processed into vegetable oils, animal feed, and various industrial products. The oil extracted from these seeds is commonly used in the production of 151411 Crude oil, rape, colza or mustard oil, low erucic acid and 151419 Rape, colza or mustard oil and their fractions, other than low erucic acid, while the remaining meal is often used as a high-protein animal feed.