About HS Code 100860
Triticale, covered by this HS code, is a hybrid cereal grain resulting from a cross between wheat and rye. It combines the high yield and quality of wheat with the hardiness and disease resistance of rye, making it an attractive crop for farmers. Primarily, triticale is traded for animal feed, offering a nutritious and cost-effective ingredient for livestock. However, its use in human consumption, particularly in baking and brewing, is slowly expanding due to its unique flavor profile and nutritional benefits. Importers include feed manufacturers, grain merchants, and increasingly, specialty food producers. Exporters are typically large agricultural producers and grain trading companies in regions where triticale cultivation is well-established. Key aspects of this trade include assessing its protein content, suitability for specific feed formulations, and its role in sustainable agricultural practices.
Products Under This Code
Triticale grain, Triticale flour, Triticale for animal feed, Triticale for brewing, Triticale seeds for planting, Triticale flakes
Real World Examples
Various agricultural suppliers (e.g., Limagrain, KWS), local mills producing triticale flour, feed companies
Common Misclassification
Frequently confused with 1001 (wheat) or 1002 (rye) due to its hybrid nature, but its distinct genetic makeup places it here.
Products Classified Under 1008.60
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Poland, Germany, and France are major producers and exporters, with significant trade within Europe and to feed markets globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 100860?
HS code 100860 covers: Cereals; triticale. Triticale, covered by this HS code, is a hybrid cereal grain resulting from a cross between wheat and rye. It combines the high yield and quality of wheat with the hardiness and disease resistance of rye, making it an attractive crop for farmers. Primarily, triticale is traded for animal feed, offering a nutritious and cost-effective ingredient for livestock. However, its use in human consumption, particularly in baking and brewing, is slowly expanding due to its unique flavor profile and nutritional benefits. Importers include feed manufacturers, grain merchants, and increasingly, specialty food producers. Exporters are typically large agricultural producers and grain trading companies in regions where triticale cultivation is well-established. Key aspects of this trade include assessing its protein content, suitability for specific feed formulations, and its role in sustainable agricultural practices.
What products fall under HS code 100860?
Triticale grain, Triticale flour, Triticale for animal feed, Triticale for brewing, Triticale seeds for planting, Triticale flakes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 100860?
Frequently confused with 1001 (wheat) or 1002 (rye) due to its hybrid nature, but its distinct genetic makeup places it here.
How is HS code 100860 structured?
HS code 100860 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 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.