About HS Code 110811
Wheat starch is a widely traded commodity in the global food and industrial sectors, extracted from wheat flour. It is primarily valued for its thickening, gelling, and binding properties. In the food industry, it's used in baked goods, noodles, sauces, and confectionery, often to improve texture and stability. Industrially, it finds applications in paper manufacturing, textiles, and as a component in biodegradable plastics. Major importers include countries with large food processing and industrial manufacturing bases, such as China, the United States, and Germany, seeking cost-effective and versatile starch solutions. Exporters are typically major wheat-producing nations with advanced processing capabilities, like France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Key considerations in trade include purity, viscosity, and specific functional properties tailored for different applications, as well as compliance with food safety and labeling regulations, especially regarding gluten content.
Products Under This Code
Wheat starch powder, Vital wheat gluten (often co-product), Modified wheat starch, Native wheat starch, Wheat starch for baking
Real World Examples
MGP Ingredients Wheat Starch, Roquette Wheat Starch, Cargill Wheat Starch, ADM Wheat Starch
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 110100 (Wheat or meslin flour) as both are wheat-derived, but starch is a purified carbohydrate, while flour contains gluten and other components. It's also distinct from 110819 (Other starches) which covers starches from other sources.
Products Classified Under 1108.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
China, the USA, and Germany are major importers, while France, Germany, and the Netherlands are key exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 110811?
HS code 110811 covers: Starch; wheat. Wheat starch is a widely traded commodity in the global food and industrial sectors, extracted from wheat flour. It is primarily valued for its thickening, gelling, and binding properties. In the food industry, it's used in baked goods, noodles, sauces, and confectionery, often to improve texture and stability. Industrially, it finds applications in paper manufacturing, textiles, and as a component in biodegradable plastics. Major importers include countries with large food processing and industrial manufacturing bases, such as China, the United States, and Germany, seeking cost-effective and versatile starch solutions. Exporters are typically major wheat-producing nations with advanced processing capabilities, like France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Key considerations in trade include purity, viscosity, and specific functional properties tailored for different applications, as well as compliance with food safety and labeling regulations, especially regarding gluten content.
What products fall under HS code 110811?
Wheat starch powder, Vital wheat gluten (often co-product), Modified wheat starch, Native wheat starch, Wheat starch for baking
What are common misclassifications for HS code 110811?
This code can be confused with 110100 (Wheat or meslin flour) as both are wheat-derived, but starch is a purified carbohydrate, while flour contains gluten and other components. It's also distinct from 110819 (Other starches) which covers starches from other sources.
How is HS code 110811 structured?
HS code 110811 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (11) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.