Oil seeds; cotton seeds, other than seed, whether or not broken

HS v2022 Code: 120729

About oil seeds; cotton seeds, other than seed, whether or not broken

HS code 120729 covers the trade of cotton seeds, excluding those used for planting. Cotton is a crucial agricultural commodity, with its seeds being a valuable byproduct of cotton production. The cotton seed industry plays a significant role in the global economy, providing raw materials for a range of industries, including animal feed, vegetable oil, and industrial applications.

Production process

The production of cotton seeds involves the harvesting of cotton bolls, followed by the separation of the seeds from the cotton fibers. This process is typically carried out using specialized machinery, such as cotton gins, which mechanically separate the seeds from the cotton. The extracted seeds may then undergo further processing, such as cleaning, drying, and storage, to prepare them for various end-uses.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the cotton seed industry include the cotton crop itself, as well as machinery and equipment for harvesting, processing, and transporting the seeds. Additionally, the industry may rely on various chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilizers, to ensure the optimal growth and quality of the cotton plants.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 120729 is the cotton seed itself, which can be used for a variety of purposes. The seeds may be crushed to extract the valuable cotton seed oil, which is used in the production of cooking oils, margarine, and other food products. The remaining seed meal can be used as a high-protein animal feed. Additionally, the cotton seeds may be further processed into other products, such as 230610 Oilcake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of vegetable fats or oils, other than those of heading 2304 or 2305, cotton seeds.

Revisions to 120729

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 120729. The most recent 1 version of this code (120729) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 120729.

Family tree for oil seeds; cotton seeds, other than seed, whether or not broken

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/12'>12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1207'>1207: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, n.e.c. in chapter 12; whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120729'>120729: Oil seeds; cotton seeds, other than seed, whether or not broken</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120710'>120710: Oil seeds; palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120721'>120721: Oil seeds; cotton seeds, seed, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120730'>120730: Oil seeds; castor oil seeds, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120740'>120740: Oil seeds; sesamum seeds, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120750'>120750: Oil seeds; mustard seeds, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120760'>120760: Oil seeds; safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120770'>120770: Oil seeds; melon seeds, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120791'>120791: Oil seeds; poppy seeds, whether or not broken</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/120799'>120799: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; n.e.c. in heading no. 1207, whether or not broken</a>"]

    

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