HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1103.20 – Cereal pellets
HS code 1103.20 is the 6-digit subheading for cereal pellets. It is used for wheat feed pellets, corn feed pellets, barley feed pellets, oat feed pellets and mixed cereal feed pellets.
What HS 1103.20 covers
This HS code specifically covers cereal pellets, which are compressed forms of cereal groats or meal. These pellets are primarily traded for use in animal feed, offering advantages in terms of storage efficiency, reduced dust, and easier handling compared to loose meal. Large agricultural corporations, feed manufacturers, and livestock industries are the main players in this international trade. The production process involves compacting the cereal material, often with binders, into uniform shapes. The global market for cereal pellets is closely tied to the livestock industry's demand for cost-effective and nutrient-dense feed, making it a significant commodity in agricultural trade.
- Covers
- Wheat feed pellets
- Corn feed pellets
- Barley feed pellets
- Oat feed pellets
- Mixed cereal feed pellets
- Examples
- Purina Animal Nutrition Feed Pellets
- Cargill Feed Pellets
- ADM Animal Nutrition Pellets
- Blue Seal Feeds Pellets
Codes often confused with 1103.20
Common mistake. Often confused with other animal feed preparations (2309.XX) or even fuel pellets (e.g., wood pellets 4401.31) if the 'cereal' origin isn't clearly specified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 110320, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 110320 in UN Comtrade data was Ireland, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 27% 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 Ireland $19M 27% of world exports
- 2 Spain $15M 21% of world exports
- 3 Hungary $7.9M 11% of world exports
World total: $69M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $27M 27% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $13M 13% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $6.3M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $100M 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 1103.20
Brazil does not split HS 1103.20: its NCM code is 1103.20.00.
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 1103.20
What is HS code 110320?
HS code 110320 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereal pellets. This HS code specifically covers cereal pellets, which are compressed forms of cereal groats or meal. These pellets are primarily traded for use in animal feed, offering advantages in terms of storage efficiency, reduced dust, and easier handling compared to loose meal. Large agricultural corporations, feed manufacturers, and livestock industries are the main players in this international trade. The production process involves compacting the cereal material, often with binders, into uniform shapes. The global market for cereal pellets is closely tied to the livestock industry's demand for cost-effective and nutrient-dense feed, making it a significant commodity in agricultural trade.
What products fall under HS code 110320?
Wheat feed pellets, corn feed pellets, barley feed pellets, oat feed pellets, mixed cereal feed pellets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 110320?
Often confused with other animal feed preparations (2309.XX) or even fuel pellets (e.g., wood pellets 4401.31) if the 'cereal' origin isn't clearly specified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 110320?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 110320 in UN Comtrade data were Ireland ($19M, 27% of world exports), Spain ($15M) and Hungary ($7.9M). World exports came to about $69M, 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 110320?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 110320 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($27M, 27% of world imports), the Netherlands ($13M) and Czechia ($6.3M). World imports came to about $100M, 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 110320 structured?
HS code 110320 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 110320?
In Brazil, HS code 110320 is NCM 1103.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.