United Kingdom HS Code

HS Code 121221: Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground in United Kingdom

Q: Is HS code 121221 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 121221 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. United Kingdom extends it under UKGT.

Q: What system does United Kingdom use to classify HS code 121221?

United Kingdom classifies products under the UK Integrated Online Tariff (UKGT; locally UK Integrated Tariff), which extends HS codes to 10 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 121221 in United Kingdom?

The official source is https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 121221 in United Kingdom

Under United Kingdom's UK Integrated Online Tariff (UK Integrated Tariff), HS Code 121221 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; United Kingdom extends classifications to 10 digits under its national tariff system. 121221 belongs to Section II: Vegetable products, Chapter 12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder, Heading 1212: Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet, sugar cane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones, kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots) used primarily for human consumption, n.e.c..

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Classification Path of HS Code 121221 in United Kingdom

Section II

Chapters (06-14) Vegetable products

Chapter 12

Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder

HS Code 1212

Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet, sugar cane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones, kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots) used primarily for human consumption, n.e.c.

HS Code 121221

Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

United Kingdom Tariff Classification: UK Integrated Online Tariff (UKGT)

In United Kingdom, HS 121221 is classified under the UK Integrated Online Tariff (UK Integrated Tariff) — a 10-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule UK Integrated Online Tariff (UKGT)

Local name UK Integrated Tariff

Digits 10

Official source https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 1212

Top United Kingdom import Product Under HS Code 1212

1 121221: Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground $13.5M 2 121299: Vegetable products; fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground $13.4M 3 121229: Seaweeds and other algae; not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground $11.9M

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Top United Kingdom export Product Under HS Code 1212

1 121221: Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground $7.4M 2 121229: Seaweeds and other algae; not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground $5.9M 3 121299: Vegetable products; fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground $2.3M

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Related HS Code to United Kingdom Edible Seaweeds and Algae (121221)

HS Code 121229

Seaweeds and other algae; not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS Code 121291

Sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS Code 121292

Locust beans (carob); fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS Code 121293

Sugar cane; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS Code 121294

Chicory roots (Chicorium intybus sativum); fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS Code 121299

Vegetable products; fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS Code 120110

Soya beans; seed, whether or not broken

HS Code 120190

Soya beans; other than seed, whether or not broken

HS Code 120230

Ground-nuts; seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken

HS Code 120241

Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 121221 in United Kingdom?

HS code 121221 covers Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground in United Kingdom. It sits in Chapter 12 (Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder), Heading 1212 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under UKGT.

Is HS code 121221 the same across all countries?

What system does United Kingdom use to classify HS code 121221?

Where can I officially look up HS code 121221 in United Kingdom?