Grain sorghum (heading 1007): importing markets
HS 1007 is the customs heading for grain sorghum, within chapter 10 (cereals). In 2024, China declared about USD 2.59 billion in imports, far ahead of…
Published on 27 October 2026Updated on 27 October 2026
HS 1007 is the customs heading for grain sorghum, within chapter 10 (cereals). In 2024, China declared about USD 2.59 billion in imports, far ahead of Mexico (USD 135 million) and Spain (USD 116 million). For a company exporting from Spain, demand is concentrated in very few buyers, so the choice of market comes first.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2024Verified on 27 October 2026
Fact sheet
- Code
- 1007
- Chapter
- 10 · Cereals
- Subheadings
- 3
Main importing markets
USD · 2024| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| China | 2,592,624,606 |
| Mexico | 135,114,358 |
| Spain | 116,390,585 |
| Brazil | 31,469,958 |
| Italy | 23,665,243 |
| Japan | 18,890,910 |
| South Sudan | 15,653,481 |
| Morocco | 11,569,895 |
| Paraguay | 9,756,441 |
| France | 9,514,127 |
| Philippines | 8,966,676 |
| Uganda | 8,376,959 |
| Nigeria | 7,262,742 |
| Kenya | 6,429,759 |
| Belgium | 6,143,432 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2024Verified on 27 October 2026
What to know before exporting grain sorghum
Grain sorghum is a cereal classified under heading 1007 of the Harmonized System. The heading has three subheadings. The six-digit code is the same in every country that applies the HS; from there, each customs territory adds its own digits.
The import data show a highly concentrated market. In 2024, China declared roughly USD 2.59 billion, which is many times the figure of the second importer, Mexico. The rest of the table is a long tail of much smaller buyers, so a single market weighs more than all the others combined.
Spain appears among the main importers, with about USD 116 million declared in 2024. That means the European market is also a destination for sorghum, not only a supplier. A company exporting from Spain should check whether the product it ships is grown locally or re-exported, because origin affects the documents and the tariff treatment.
The tariff on a shipment depends on three things: the exact subheading, the destination country and the agreement in force between that country and the origin of the goods. For a company exporting from Spain, the EU trade agreements and the tariff of each destination are consulted in Access2Markets. Do not rely on a tariff figure without checking it for the specific code and date.
Cereals are usually subject to plant health controls on entry. The requirements, such as phytosanitary certificates or limits on residues and mycotoxins, are set by each destination and change over time. They are checked with the destination's plant protection authority and with the Spanish export support services before agreeing a price with the buyer.
The figures are declared by the importing countries and reported with a delay. They show where demand was in 2024, not what a buyer will pay in the next campaign. Treat them as a way to rank markets, then confirm prices and volumes with direct quotations.
Frequently asked questions
What is HS code 1007?
HS 1007 is the customs heading for grain sorghum. It belongs to chapter 10, cereals, and is divided into three subheadings. It is used on customs declarations and in trade statistics worldwide.
Which countries import the most grain sorghum?
In 2024, according to UN Comtrade, China was the largest importer by far, with about USD 2.59 billion declared. Mexico (about USD 135 million) and Spain (about USD 116 million) followed. Figures are declared by each importing country and may be revised.
Where can I check the tariff for sorghum from Spain?
For a company exporting from Spain, the tariff and the applicable trade agreement are checked in Access2Markets, entering the product code and the destination country. The result depends on the full code of the destination, so use the national subheading and not only the six-digit HS code.
Do I need a phytosanitary certificate to export sorghum?
Cereals are commonly subject to phytosanitary controls, but the requirement is set by the importing country and can vary by product use and period. Ask the destination's plant protection authority, or the buyer's customs agent, which documents apply to your shipment before loading.
Is the market for sorghum concentrated in a few buyers?
Yes, according to 2024 import data. China declared far more than any other country, and the remaining importers in the table each declared under 6% of its figure. Depending on one destination therefore carries a high commercial risk.
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