About HS Code 100810
This HS code specifically covers buckwheat, a pseudocereal known for its nutritional value and gluten-free properties. Buckwheat is traded internationally both for human consumption, primarily as groats, flour, and noodles, and for animal feed. It is also valued for its use as a cover crop and for honey production. Major exporters typically include countries with cooler climates and suitable agricultural practices for buckwheat cultivation, such as Russia, China, Ukraine, and Poland. Importers are diverse, ranging from health-conscious markets in North America and Europe seeking gluten-free alternatives to countries with traditional culinary uses for buckwheat. Key considerations in this trade include grain quality, moisture content, and the absence of foreign matter. The demand for buckwheat has seen a resurgence due to increasing awareness of its health benefits and its versatility in various food applications, making it a niche but growing commodity.
Products Under This Code
Buckwheat groats, Buckwheat flour, Roasted buckwheat (kasha), Buckwheat kernels, Buckwheat hulls, Buckwheat flakes
Real World Examples
Bob's Red Mill Buckwheat Flour, Arrowhead Mills Buckwheat Groats, Eden Organic Buckwheat, Soba noodles (made from buckwheat flour)
Common Misclassification
This code is generally distinct but could be confused with other pseudocereals like quinoa (100850) or amaranth (100860) if not carefully identified. It's also separate from processed buckwheat products like prepared breakfast cereals under Chapter 19.
Products Classified Under 1008.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Russia, China, and Ukraine are major exporters, while Japan, the United States, and Germany are significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 100810?
HS code 100810 covers: Cereals; buckwheat. This HS code specifically covers buckwheat, a pseudocereal known for its nutritional value and gluten-free properties. Buckwheat is traded internationally both for human consumption, primarily as groats, flour, and noodles, and for animal feed. It is also valued for its use as a cover crop and for honey production. Major exporters typically include countries with cooler climates and suitable agricultural practices for buckwheat cultivation, such as Russia, China, Ukraine, and Poland. Importers are diverse, ranging from health-conscious markets in North America and Europe seeking gluten-free alternatives to countries with traditional culinary uses for buckwheat. Key considerations in this trade include grain quality, moisture content, and the absence of foreign matter. The demand for buckwheat has seen a resurgence due to increasing awareness of its health benefits and its versatility in various food applications, making it a niche but growing commodity.
What products fall under HS code 100810?
Buckwheat groats, Buckwheat flour, Roasted buckwheat (kasha), Buckwheat kernels, Buckwheat hulls, Buckwheat flakes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100810?
This code is generally distinct but could be confused with other pseudocereals like quinoa (100850) or amaranth (100860) if not carefully identified. It's also separate from processed buckwheat products like prepared breakfast cereals under Chapter 19.
How is HS code 100810 structured?
HS code 100810 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (10) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.