HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1002.90 – Cereals; rye, other than seed
HS code 1002.90 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, rye, other than seed. It is used for rye grain, milling rye, feed rye, distilling rye and whole rye berries.
What HS 1002.90 covers
This HS code covers rye grain that is not intended for sowing, primarily traded as a foodstuff or for industrial applications. Rye is a versatile cereal grain, widely used for making dense, dark breads, crispbreads, and certain alcoholic beverages like whiskey and vodka. It is also a valuable component in animal feed due to its nutritional profile. International trade in non-seed rye is driven by global demand for these products, particularly in regions where rye bread is a staple or where distilleries require rye as a raw material. Major importers include countries with significant rye processing industries or those with a cultural preference for rye products, such as Germany, Poland, and the United States. Exporters are typically large agricultural producers with suitable climates for rye cultivation, including Germany, Poland, and Russia. The trade involves considerations for grain quality, moisture content, and adherence to food safety regulations, with prices influenced by harvest yields and market demand.
- Covers
- Rye grain
- Milling rye
- Feed rye
- Distilling rye
- Whole rye berries
- Rye flour (unprocessed grain)
- Examples
- Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Rye
- King Arthur Baking Rye Flour (as raw material)
- ADM Rye
- Cargill Rye
- Bunge Rye
Codes often confused with 1002.90
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 100210 (rye, seed) and can be confused with other cereal grains like barley (100390) if not accurately identified, leading to incorrect tariffs.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100290 in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 33% 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 Poland $77M 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $48M 23% of world exports
- 3 Canada $22M 11% of world exports
World total: $206M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $74M 33% of world imports
- 2 Spain $37M 16% of world imports
- 3 United States $28M 13% of world imports
World total: $225M 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 1002.90
Brazil does not split HS 1002.90: its NCM code is 1002.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1002.90
What is HS code 100290?
HS code 100290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; rye, other than seed. This HS code covers rye grain that is not intended for sowing, primarily traded as a foodstuff or for industrial applications. Rye is a versatile cereal grain, widely used for making dense, dark breads, crispbreads, and certain alcoholic beverages like whiskey and vodka. It is also a valuable component in animal feed due to its nutritional profile. International trade in non-seed rye is driven by global demand for these products, particularly in regions where rye bread is a staple or where distilleries require rye as a raw material. Major importers include countries with significant rye processing industries or those with a cultural preference for rye products, such as Germany, Poland, and the United States. Exporters are typically large agricultural producers with suitable climates for rye cultivation, including Germany, Poland, and Russia. The trade involves considerations for grain quality, moisture content, and adherence to food safety regulations, with prices influenced by harvest yields and market demand.
What products fall under HS code 100290?
Rye grain, Milling rye, Feed rye, Distilling rye, Whole rye berries, Rye flour (unprocessed grain)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100290?
This code is distinct from 100210 (rye, seed) and can be confused with other cereal grains like barley (100390) if not accurately identified, leading to incorrect tariffs.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100290 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($77M, 37% of world exports), Germany ($48M) and Canada ($22M). World exports came to about $206M, 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 100290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100290 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($74M, 33% of world imports), Spain ($37M) and the United States ($28M). World imports came to about $225M, 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 100290 structured?
HS code 100290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100290?
In Brazil, HS code 100290 is NCM 1002.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.