About HS Code 100630
This HS code covers the most widely traded form of rice globally: semi-milled or wholly milled rice, often referred to as white rice. This category includes rice that has had its husk, bran layer, and germ removed, and may also be polished or glazed for aesthetic appeal. It is a staple food for billions and a critical commodity in international trade. Major exporters are predominantly Asian countries with vast rice cultivation and advanced milling industries, such as India, Thailand, Vietnam, and Pakistan. Importers are diverse, ranging from food-deficit nations and countries with high per capita rice consumption to those using rice in processed food products. Key considerations in this trade include grain length (long, medium, short), variety (e.g., Basmati, Jasmine, Arborio), broken rice percentage, moisture content, and the absence of foreign matter. Global supply and demand, government policies, and geopolitical factors heavily influence its pricing and trade flows.
Products Under This Code
Long-grain white rice, Medium-grain white rice, Short-grain white rice, Basmati white rice, Jasmine white rice, Arborio white rice, Sushi rice, Parboiled rice
Real World Examples
Tilda Basmati Rice, Mahatma White Rice, Nishiki Premium Rice, Uncle Ben's Original White Rice, Royal Basmati Rice
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 100620 (Husked brown rice) due to the removal of the bran layer, and from 100640 (Broken rice) which specifically covers fragments. Misclassification can occur if the percentage of broken grains is high, blurring the line with 100640.
Products Classified Under 1006.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
India, Thailand, and Vietnam are the largest exporters, with China, the Philippines, and various African nations being major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 100630?
HS code 100630 covers: Cereals; rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed. This HS code covers the most widely traded form of rice globally: semi-milled or wholly milled rice, often referred to as white rice. This category includes rice that has had its husk, bran layer, and germ removed, and may also be polished or glazed for aesthetic appeal. It is a staple food for billions and a critical commodity in international trade. Major exporters are predominantly Asian countries with vast rice cultivation and advanced milling industries, such as India, Thailand, Vietnam, and Pakistan. Importers are diverse, ranging from food-deficit nations and countries with high per capita rice consumption to those using rice in processed food products. Key considerations in this trade include grain length (long, medium, short), variety (e.g., Basmati, Jasmine, Arborio), broken rice percentage, moisture content, and the absence of foreign matter. Global supply and demand, government policies, and geopolitical factors heavily influence its pricing and trade flows.
What products fall under HS code 100630?
Long-grain white rice, Medium-grain white rice, Short-grain white rice, Basmati white rice, Jasmine white rice, Arborio white rice, Sushi rice, Parboiled rice
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100630?
This code is distinct from 100620 (Husked brown rice) due to the removal of the bran layer, and from 100640 (Broken rice) which specifically covers fragments. Misclassification can occur if the percentage of broken grains is high, blurring the line with 100640.
How is HS code 100630 structured?
HS code 100630 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.