HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1103.11 – Cereal groats and meal; of wheat
HS code 1103.11 is the 6-digit subheading for cereal groats and meal, of wheat. It is used for wheat semolina, wheat farina, cracked wheat, bulgur wheat and wheat grits.
What HS 1103.11 covers
This HS code covers cereal groats and meal derived specifically from wheat. These products are essentially coarsely ground wheat, distinct from fine flour. They are widely traded internationally, primarily by large agricultural commodity traders, millers, and food manufacturers. Key uses include ingredients for breakfast cereals (like farina), pasta production (semolina), bulgur wheat for culinary dishes, and as components in animal feed. Understanding the specific grind size and intended application is crucial for accurate classification. The global trade in wheat groats and meal is influenced by wheat harvests, commodity prices, and consumer demand for processed grain products, making it a significant segment of the processed food supply chain.
- Covers
- Wheat semolina
- Wheat farina
- Cracked wheat
- Bulgur wheat
- Wheat grits
- Durum wheat meal
- Examples
- Cream of Wheat
- Bob's Red Mill Bulgur Wheat
- Durum Semolina Flour
- Hodgson Mill Wheat Farina
Codes often confused with 1103.11
Common mistake. This code is often confused with wheat flour (1101.00) which is much finer, or whole wheat grains (1001.XX) which are unprocessed. The key distinction lies in the milling degree.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 110311, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 110311 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 11% 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 Italy $105M 23% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $49M 11% of world exports
- 3 Spain $47M 10% of world exports
World total: $459M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $55M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $36M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Côte d'Ivoire $36M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $485M 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 code for 1103.11
Brazil does not split HS 1103.11: its NCM code is 1103.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 11.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1103.11
What is HS code 110311?
HS code 110311 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereal groats and meal; of wheat. This HS code covers cereal groats and meal derived specifically from wheat. These products are essentially coarsely ground wheat, distinct from fine flour. They are widely traded internationally, primarily by large agricultural commodity traders, millers, and food manufacturers. Key uses include ingredients for breakfast cereals (like farina), pasta production (semolina), bulgur wheat for culinary dishes, and as components in animal feed. Understanding the specific grind size and intended application is crucial for accurate classification. The global trade in wheat groats and meal is influenced by wheat harvests, commodity prices, and consumer demand for processed grain products, making it a significant segment of the processed food supply chain.
What products fall under HS code 110311?
Wheat semolina, wheat farina, cracked wheat, bulgur wheat, wheat grits, durum wheat meal
What are common misclassifications for HS code 110311?
This code is often confused with wheat flour (1101.00) which is much finer, or whole wheat grains (1001.XX) which are unprocessed. The key distinction lies in the milling degree.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 110311?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 110311 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($105M, 23% of world exports), Türkiye ($49M) and Spain ($47M). World exports came to about $459M, 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 110311?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 110311 in UN Comtrade data were France ($55M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($36M) and Côte d'Ivoire ($36M). World imports came to about $485M, 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 110311 structured?
HS code 110311 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (11) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 110311?
In Brazil, HS code 110311 is NCM 1103.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.