HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1008.29 – Cereals; millet, other than seed
HS code 1008.29 is the 6-digit subheading for cereals, millet, other than seed. It is used for hulled millet, millet flour, puffed millet, millet flakes and millet grits.
What HS 1008.29 covers
This HS code pertains to millet in forms other than seed, primarily destined for human consumption or animal feed. It includes hulled millet, millet flour, and millet used in various food products, reflecting its growing popularity as a gluten-free and nutritious ancient grain. Major importers are food processing companies, health food distributors, and animal feed manufacturers, particularly in regions where millet is not a staple crop but demand for alternative grains or specialized feed exists. Exporters are typically grain traders and agricultural producers from traditional millet-growing regions. Key aspects of this trade include quality control for human consumption (e.g., absence of foreign matter, moisture content), processing requirements (e.g., dehulling), and market trends favoring ancient grains and sustainable food sources. Its versatility makes it a valuable commodity in global food and feed markets.
- Covers
- Hulled millet
- Millet flour
- Puffed millet
- Millet flakes
- Millet grits
- Millet for bird feed
- Millet for brewing
- Examples
- Bob's Red Mill Millet
- Arrowhead Mills Organic Millet
- Gerbs Allergy Friendly Millet
- various birdseed mixes
Codes often confused with 1008.29
Common mistake. Often confused with 100821 (millet, seed) if not clearly processed for consumption, or 100890 (other cereals n.e.c.) if its specific millet type is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 100829, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 100829 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 9.4% of world imports. Germany reports $255M of its chapter 10 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $38M 28% of world exports
- 2 Ukraine* ~$23M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $16M 11% of world exports
World total: $139M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $15M 9.4% of world imports
- 2 Uganda $13M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $13M 7.9% of world imports
Germany reports $255M of its chapter 10 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $164M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 1008.29 2
Brazil splits HS 1008.29 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1008.29.10 Pearl millet, not for sowingMilheto (Pennisetum glaucum)
- 1008.29.90 Other millet, not for sowingOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 10.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1008.29
What is HS code 100829?
HS code 100829 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereals; millet, other than seed. This HS code pertains to millet in forms other than seed, primarily destined for human consumption or animal feed. It includes hulled millet, millet flour, and millet used in various food products, reflecting its growing popularity as a gluten-free and nutritious ancient grain. Major importers are food processing companies, health food distributors, and animal feed manufacturers, particularly in regions where millet is not a staple crop but demand for alternative grains or specialized feed exists. Exporters are typically grain traders and agricultural producers from traditional millet-growing regions. Key aspects of this trade include quality control for human consumption (e.g., absence of foreign matter, moisture content), processing requirements (e.g., dehulling), and market trends favoring ancient grains and sustainable food sources. Its versatility makes it a valuable commodity in global food and feed markets.
What products fall under HS code 100829?
Hulled millet, Millet flour, Puffed millet, Millet flakes, Millet grits, Millet for bird feed, Millet for brewing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100829?
Often confused with 100821 (millet, seed) if not clearly processed for consumption, or 100890 (other cereals n.e.c.) if its specific millet type is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 100829?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 100829 in UN Comtrade data were India ($38M, 28% of world exports), Ukraine (about $23M) and the United States ($16M). World exports came to about $139M, 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 100829?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 100829 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($15M, 9.4% of world imports), Uganda ($13M) and Germany ($13M). World imports came to about $164M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Germany reports $255M of its chapter 10 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
How is HS code 100829 structured?
HS code 100829 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 100829?
Brazil splits HS code 100829 into 2 NCM codes: 1008.29.10 (Pearl millet, not for sowing), 1008.29.90 (Other millet, not for sowing). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.