HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1004.90 – Cereals; oats, other than seed
HS code 1004.90 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, oats, other than seed. It is used for rolled oats, steel-cut oats, oat groats, oat flour and quick oats.
What HS 1004.90 covers
This code encompasses oats that are not intended for planting, making it a significant category in the global food and feed supply chains. International trade in 100490 primarily involves bulk shipments of oats destined for processing into human food products like oatmeal, oat flour, and granola, as well as for animal feed, particularly for horses and livestock. Major exporters typically include countries with extensive agricultural land and favorable climates for oat cultivation, such as Canada, Australia, and the European Union. Importers range from food manufacturers and feed mills in densely populated or agriculturally less productive regions to countries seeking to diversify their grain sources. Key considerations in this trade include grain quality standards, moisture content, mycotoxin levels, and adherence to phytosanitary regulations, which can significantly impact market access and pricing. The global demand for oats has seen a steady increase due to their recognized health benefits and versatility in various food applications, making this a dynamic commodity.
- Covers
- Rolled oats
- Steel-cut oats
- Oat groats
- Oat flour
- Quick oats
- Instant oats
- Oat bran
- Examples
- Quaker Oats
- Bob's Red Mill Rolled Oats
- McCann's Irish Oatmeal
- Flahavan's Oats
Codes often confused with 1004.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 100410 (Oats, seed) if the intended use is not clearly declared, as the physical product might appear similar but has different trade implications. It's also distinct from processed oat products like prepared breakfast cereals under Chapter 19.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100490, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100490 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 31% 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 Canada $440M 41% of world exports
- 2 Australia $188M 18% of world exports
- 3 Finland $110M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $340M 31% of world imports
- 2 China $217M 20% of world imports
- 3 Germany $159M 15% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 1004.90
Brazil does not split HS 1004.90: its NCM code is 1004.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1004.90
What is HS code 100490?
HS code 100490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; oats, other than seed. This code encompasses oats that are not intended for planting, making it a significant category in the global food and feed supply chains. International trade in 100490 primarily involves bulk shipments of oats destined for processing into human food products like oatmeal, oat flour, and granola, as well as for animal feed, particularly for horses and livestock. Major exporters typically include countries with extensive agricultural land and favorable climates for oat cultivation, such as Canada, Australia, and the European Union. Importers range from food manufacturers and feed mills in densely populated or agriculturally less productive regions to countries seeking to diversify their grain sources. Key considerations in this trade include grain quality standards, moisture content, mycotoxin levels, and adherence to phytosanitary regulations, which can significantly impact market access and pricing. The global demand for oats has seen a steady increase due to their recognized health benefits and versatility in various food applications, making this a dynamic commodity.
What products fall under HS code 100490?
Rolled oats, Steel-cut oats, Oat groats, Oat flour, Quick oats, Instant oats, Oat bran
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100490?
This code can be confused with 100410 (Oats, seed) if the intended use is not clearly declared, as the physical product might appear similar but has different trade implications. It's also distinct from processed oat products like prepared breakfast cereals under Chapter 19.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100490?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100490 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($440M, 41% of world exports), Australia ($188M) and Finland ($110M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 100490?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100490 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($340M, 31% of world imports), China ($217M) and Germany ($159M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 100490 structured?
HS code 100490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) 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 100490?
In Brazil, HS code 100490 is NCM 1004.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.