HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1001.11 – Cereals; wheat and meslin, durum wheat, seed
HS code 1001.11 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, wheat and meslin, durum wheat, seed. It is used for certified durum wheat seeds, high-protein durum seeds, pasta wheat seeds, semolina wheat seeds and drought-resistant durum seeds.
What HS 1001.11 covers
This HS code specifically identifies durum wheat intended for sowing, a critical commodity in global agriculture. Durum wheat is distinct from common wheat, primarily used for pasta, couscous, and certain breads due to its high protein content and strong gluten. International trade in durum wheat seeds is driven by agricultural producers seeking specific varieties for cultivation, focusing on yield, disease resistance, and suitability for local climates. Major importers are often countries with significant pasta industries or those looking to expand durum wheat cultivation, such as Italy, Algeria, and Turkey. Exporters typically include large agricultural nations like Canada, the United States, and France, which have advanced seed breeding programs. Key considerations in this trade include phytosanitary certificates, genetic purity, and intellectual property rights for specific seed varieties, ensuring the quality and viability of the planting material.
- Covers
- Certified durum wheat seeds
- High-protein durum seeds
- Pasta wheat seeds
- Semolina wheat seeds
- Drought-resistant durum seeds
- Disease-resistant durum seeds
- Examples
- Syngenta Durum Wheat Seeds
- Limagrain Durum Varieties
- BASF Durum Seed
- Pioneer Durum Wheat Seed
- KWS Durum Seed
Codes often confused with 1001.11
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 100119 (durum wheat, other than seed) if the end-use is not clearly declared, which can impact import duties and agricultural subsidies.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100111, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100111 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $23M 23% of world exports
- 2 Poland $19M 19% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $6.9M 6.9% of world exports
World total: $100M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $31M 27% of world imports
- 2 Spain $18M 15% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $13M 11% of world imports
World total: $118M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 1001.11
Brazil does not split HS 1001.11: its NCM code is 1001.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1001.11
What is HS code 100111?
HS code 100111 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; wheat and meslin, durum wheat, seed. This HS code specifically identifies durum wheat intended for sowing, a critical commodity in global agriculture. Durum wheat is distinct from common wheat, primarily used for pasta, couscous, and certain breads due to its high protein content and strong gluten. International trade in durum wheat seeds is driven by agricultural producers seeking specific varieties for cultivation, focusing on yield, disease resistance, and suitability for local climates. Major importers are often countries with significant pasta industries or those looking to expand durum wheat cultivation, such as Italy, Algeria, and Turkey. Exporters typically include large agricultural nations like Canada, the United States, and France, which have advanced seed breeding programs. Key considerations in this trade include phytosanitary certificates, genetic purity, and intellectual property rights for specific seed varieties, ensuring the quality and viability of the planting material.
What products fall under HS code 100111?
Certified durum wheat seeds, High-protein durum seeds, Pasta wheat seeds, Semolina wheat seeds, Drought-resistant durum seeds, Disease-resistant durum seeds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100111?
This code is often confused with 100119 (durum wheat, other than seed) if the end-use is not clearly declared, which can impact import duties and agricultural subsidies.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100111?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100111 in UN Comtrade data were France ($23M, 23% of world exports), Poland ($19M) and Belgium ($6.9M). World exports came to about $100M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 100111?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100111 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($31M, 27% of world imports), Spain ($18M) and Belgium ($13M). World imports came to about $118M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 100111 structured?
HS code 100111 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100111?
In Brazil, HS code 100111 is NCM 1001.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.