HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1104.22 – Cereal grains; worked (e.g. hulled, pearled, sliced or kibbled) of oats
HS code 1104.22 is the 6-digit subheading for cereal grains, worked (e.g. hulled, pearled, sliced or kibbled) of oats. It is used for steel-cut oats, oat groats (hulled), pearled oats, pinhead oats and irish oats.
What HS 1104.22 covers
This HS code covers oat grains that have undergone specific working processes other than rolling or flaking, such as hulling, pearling, slicing, or kibbling. The most prominent example is steel-cut oats, where the oat groats are cut into smaller pieces rather than flattened. These products are highly valued for their texture, slower cooking time, and distinct nutritional profile, making them popular in gourmet cooking, traditional oatmeal preparations, and specialty food markets. International trade involves processors specializing in these methods, catering to health-conscious consumers and food service industries seeking premium oat products. The unique processing method defines this category.
- Covers
- Steel-cut oats
- Oat groats (hulled)
- Pearled oats
- Pinhead oats
- Irish oats
- Examples
- McCann's Steel Cut Irish Oatmeal
- Bob's Red Mill Steel Cut Oats
- Flahavan's Irish Steel Cut Oats
- Trader Joe's Steel Cut Oats
Codes often confused with 1104.22
Common mistake. Often confused with rolled oats (1104.12) due to similar end-use, but the processing method (cutting vs. rolling) is distinct. Also, whole oats (1004.00).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 110422, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 110422 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 34% 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 Canada $80M 34% of world exports
- 2 Chile $52M 22% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $23M 10.0% of world exports
World total: $234M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $85M 34% of world imports
- 2 India $28M 11% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $19M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $254M 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 1104.22
Brazil does not split HS 1104.22: its NCM code is 1104.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 11.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1104.22
What is HS code 110422?
HS code 110422 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cereal grains; worked (e.g. hulled, pearled, sliced or kibbled) of oats. This HS code covers oat grains that have undergone specific working processes other than rolling or flaking, such as hulling, pearling, slicing, or kibbling. The most prominent example is steel-cut oats, where the oat groats are cut into smaller pieces rather than flattened. These products are highly valued for their texture, slower cooking time, and distinct nutritional profile, making them popular in gourmet cooking, traditional oatmeal preparations, and specialty food markets. International trade involves processors specializing in these methods, catering to health-conscious consumers and food service industries seeking premium oat products. The unique processing method defines this category.
What products fall under HS code 110422?
Steel-cut oats, oat groats (hulled), pearled oats, pinhead oats, Irish oats
What are common misclassifications for HS code 110422?
Often confused with rolled oats (1104.12) due to similar end-use, but the processing method (cutting vs. rolling) is distinct. Also, whole oats (1004.00).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 110422?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 110422 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($80M, 34% of world exports), Chile ($52M) and Belgium ($23M). World exports came to about $234M, 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 110422?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 110422 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($85M, 34% of world imports), India ($28M) and the Netherlands ($19M). World imports came to about $254M, 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 110422 structured?
HS code 110422 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (11) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 110422?
In Brazil, HS code 110422 is NCM 1104.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.