China Customs Tariff for HS Code 120740

- Sesamum seeds

- بذور سمسم

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China HS Code 120740: 5%

The source reports an indicative HS6 MFN average of 5% for - Sesamum seeds. Import permission is not assessed. Verify the exact national tariff line, origin treatment, taxes, restrictions, and current customs guidance before using this information in a declaration.

Customs tariff summary

Country
China
HS / tariff code
120740
Description
- Sesamum seeds
Chapter
12
Heading
1207
Subheading
120740
Indicative MFN HS6 average
5%
VAT / tax
Check local VAT and excise rules for the import destination.
Unit / basis
Not listed in this tariff line
Source / vintage
WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2022) (2022)

Customs Duty

5%

5%

Import permission

not assessed

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Details

HS Code
120740
Chapter
12
Heading
1207
Subheading
120740

Compare HS code 120740 across GCC countries

These GCC pages currently use the same GCC Integrated Tariff reference published by ZATCA. They are not six independently reconciled national schedules. National codes, duty notes, restrictions, and tax treatment can differ; verify with the destination customs authority.

Related HS Codes (Heading 1207)

HS CodeDescriptionDuty
120710Palm Nuts5%
120721- - SeedsExempted
120729- - Other15%
120730- Castor oil seeds7.5%
120750- Mustard seeds7.5%
120760- Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds10%
120770- Melon seeds17.5%
120791- - Poppy seeds20%
120799- - - Poppy7.5%

Data source: WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2022). Values are indicative HS6 MFN averages, not shipment-specific applied rates. Import permission and restrictions are not assessed. Rates do not include VAT, excise, trade-remedy duties, origin-based preferences, or other national measures. Full disclaimer.