HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1106.10 – Flour, meal and powder; of the dried leguminous vegetables of heading no. 0713
HS code 1106.10 is the 6-digit subheading for flour, meal and powder, of the dried leguminous vegetables of heading no. 0713. It is used for pea flour, chickpea flour (Besan), lentil flour, fava bean flour and mung bean flour.
What HS 1106.10 covers
This HS code covers flours, meals, and powders derived from dried leguminous vegetables, which include a wide array of pulses like peas, beans, lentils, and chickpeas. These products are increasingly significant in international trade, driven by the growing demand for plant-based proteins, gluten-free ingredients, and sustainable food sources. They are utilized extensively in the food industry for baking, as thickeners, emulsifiers, and as protein enhancers in snacks, pasta, and meat alternatives. Major importers include countries with large food processing industries, health-conscious consumer bases, or those seeking to diversify protein sources, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are typically agricultural powerhouses known for pulse production, like Canada, India, and Australia. Key considerations in this trade involve protein content, particle size, functional properties, and adherence to food safety standards for allergen management.
- Covers
- Pea flour
- Chickpea flour (Besan)
- Lentil flour
- Fava bean flour
- Mung bean flour
- Soy flour
- Black bean flour
- Examples
- Bob's Red Mill Garbanzo Bean Flour
- S&W Pea Flour
- Banza Chickpea Pasta (uses chickpea flour)
- Hodgson Mill Lentil Flour
Codes often confused with 1106.10
Common mistake. This code could be confused with 110290 (Other cereal flours) if the distinction between legumes and cereals is not clear, or with 210610 (Protein concentrates and textured protein substances) if the product is highly processed beyond simple flour.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 110610, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 110610 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 India $190M 60% of world exports
- 2 Canada $25M 8.1% of world exports
- 3 France $19M 6.1% of world exports
World total: $316M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $34M 20% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $19M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $13M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $172M 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 1106.10
Brazil does not split HS 1106.10: its NCM code is 1106.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 11.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1106.10
What is HS code 110610?
HS code 110610 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Flour, meal and powder; of the dried leguminous vegetables of heading no. 0713. This HS code covers flours, meals, and powders derived from dried leguminous vegetables, which include a wide array of pulses like peas, beans, lentils, and chickpeas. These products are increasingly significant in international trade, driven by the growing demand for plant-based proteins, gluten-free ingredients, and sustainable food sources. They are utilized extensively in the food industry for baking, as thickeners, emulsifiers, and as protein enhancers in snacks, pasta, and meat alternatives. Major importers include countries with large food processing industries, health-conscious consumer bases, or those seeking to diversify protein sources, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are typically agricultural powerhouses known for pulse production, like Canada, India, and Australia. Key considerations in this trade involve protein content, particle size, functional properties, and adherence to food safety standards for allergen management.
What products fall under HS code 110610?
Pea flour, Chickpea flour (Besan), Lentil flour, Fava bean flour, Mung bean flour, Soy flour, Black bean flour
What are common misclassifications for HS code 110610?
This code could be confused with 110290 (Other cereal flours) if the distinction between legumes and cereals is not clear, or with 210610 (Protein concentrates and textured protein substances) if the product is highly processed beyond simple flour.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 110610?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 110610 in UN Comtrade data were India ($190M, 60% of world exports), Canada ($25M) and France ($19M). World exports came to about $316M, 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 110610?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 110610 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($34M, 20% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($19M) and Germany ($13M). World imports came to about $172M, 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 110610 structured?
HS code 110610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (11) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 110610?
In Brazil, HS code 110610 is NCM 1106.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.