HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1006.20 – Cereals; husked (brown) rice
HS code 1006.20 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, husked (brown) rice. It is used for long-grain brown rice, medium-grain brown rice, short-grain brown rice, basmati brown rice and jasmine brown rice.
What HS 1006.20 covers
This HS code refers to rice from which only the outermost inedible husk has been removed, leaving the bran layer, germ, and endosperm intact. This form is commonly known as brown rice and is recognized for its nutritional benefits compared to white rice. International trade in husked rice is driven by consumer demand for healthier food options and by processors who further mill it into white rice or use it in specialty products. Major exporters include traditional rice-producing countries like India, Thailand, and Pakistan, which have established milling infrastructure. Importers range from health-conscious markets in North America and Europe to countries that process brown rice into other forms for domestic consumption or re-export. Key factors in this trade include grain length (long, medium, short), variety (e.g., Basmati, Jasmine), moisture content, and the absence of foreign matter. The presence of the bran layer makes brown rice more susceptible to spoilage than white rice, requiring careful handling and storage.
- Covers
- Long-grain brown rice
- Medium-grain brown rice
- Short-grain brown rice
- Basmati brown rice
- Jasmine brown rice
- Arborio brown rice
- Wild rice (often traded similarly)
- Examples
- Lundberg Family Farms Organic Brown Rice
- Tilda Basmati Brown Rice
- Uncle Ben's Brown Rice
- Nishiki Brown Rice
Codes often confused with 1006.20
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 100610 (Paddy rice) if the husking process is not clearly defined, or with 100630 (Milled rice) if the bran layer has been partially or wholly removed. The key distinction is the presence of the bran.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100620, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100620 in UN Comtrade data was Pakistan, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Niger, with 13% 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 Pakistan $167M 13% of world exports
- 2 Uruguay $157M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $138M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Niger $277M 13% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $264M 13% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $214M 10% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 codes for 1006.20 2
Brazil splits HS 1006.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1006.20.10 Husked (brown) rice, parboiledParboilizado
- 1006.20.20 Husked (brown) rice, not parboiledNão parboilizado
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1006.20
What is HS code 100620?
HS code 100620 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; husked (brown) rice. This HS code refers to rice from which only the outermost inedible husk has been removed, leaving the bran layer, germ, and endosperm intact. This form is commonly known as brown rice and is recognized for its nutritional benefits compared to white rice. International trade in husked rice is driven by consumer demand for healthier food options and by processors who further mill it into white rice or use it in specialty products. Major exporters include traditional rice-producing countries like India, Thailand, and Pakistan, which have established milling infrastructure. Importers range from health-conscious markets in North America and Europe to countries that process brown rice into other forms for domestic consumption or re-export. Key factors in this trade include grain length (long, medium, short), variety (e.g., Basmati, Jasmine), moisture content, and the absence of foreign matter. The presence of the bran layer makes brown rice more susceptible to spoilage than white rice, requiring careful handling and storage.
What products fall under HS code 100620?
Long-grain brown rice, Medium-grain brown rice, Short-grain brown rice, Basmati brown rice, Jasmine brown rice, Arborio brown rice, Wild rice (often traded similarly)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100620?
This code is often confused with 100610 (Paddy rice) if the husking process is not clearly defined, or with 100630 (Milled rice) if the bran layer has been partially or wholly removed. The key distinction is the presence of the bran.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100620?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100620 in UN Comtrade data were Pakistan ($167M, 13% of world exports), Uruguay ($157M) and China ($138M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 100620?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100620 in UN Comtrade data were Niger ($277M, 13% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($264M) and South Korea ($214M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 100620 structured?
HS code 100620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100620?
Brazil splits HS code 100620 into 2 NCM codes: 1006.20.10 (Husked (brown) rice, parboiled), 1006.20.20 (Husked (brown) rice, not parboiled). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.