HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1109.00 – Wheat gluten; whether or not dried
HS code 1109.00 is the 6-digit subheading for wheat gluten, whether or not dried. It is used for vital wheat gluten, dried wheat gluten, hydrated wheat gluten, gluten flour and food-grade wheat gluten.
What HS 1109.00 covers
This HS code covers wheat gluten, whether or not dried, which is a protein complex extracted from wheat flour. It's a vital ingredient in the food industry, primarily used as a dough conditioner in baking to improve elasticity and strength, as a protein enhancer in various food products, and as a texturizer in meat alternatives and pet food. Major exporters are wheat-producing countries with robust processing capabilities, such as the European Union, China, and the United States. Importers include food manufacturers globally, especially in regions with high demand for baked goods, plant-based proteins, or specialized animal feeds. Its unique viscoelastic properties make it indispensable in many applications.
- Covers
- Vital wheat gluten
- Dried wheat gluten
- Hydrated wheat gluten
- Gluten flour
- Food-grade wheat gluten
- Feed-grade wheat gluten
- Organic wheat gluten
- Examples
- Bob's Red Mill Vital Wheat Gluten
- MGP Ingredients Wheat Gluten
- ADM Wheat Gluten
- Roquette Wheat Gluten
Codes often confused with 1109.00
Common mistake. Sometimes confused with wheat flour (110100) or other protein concentrates (2106), but wheat gluten is specifically the isolated protein component, not the whole flour or a general food preparation.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 110900, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 110900 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Norway, with 23% 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 China $378M 22% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $289M 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $242M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Norway $416M 23% of world imports
- 2 United States $286M 16% of world imports
- 3 France $115M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 1109.00
Brazil does not split HS 1109.00: its NCM code is 1109.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 11.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1109.00
What is HS code 110900?
HS code 110900 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wheat gluten; whether or not dried. This HS code covers wheat gluten, whether or not dried, which is a protein complex extracted from wheat flour. It's a vital ingredient in the food industry, primarily used as a dough conditioner in baking to improve elasticity and strength, as a protein enhancer in various food products, and as a texturizer in meat alternatives and pet food. Major exporters are wheat-producing countries with robust processing capabilities, such as the European Union, China, and the United States. Importers include food manufacturers globally, especially in regions with high demand for baked goods, plant-based proteins, or specialized animal feeds. Its unique viscoelastic properties make it indispensable in many applications.
What products fall under HS code 110900?
Vital wheat gluten, Dried wheat gluten, Hydrated wheat gluten, Gluten flour, Food-grade wheat gluten, Feed-grade wheat gluten, Organic wheat gluten
What are common misclassifications for HS code 110900?
Sometimes confused with wheat flour (110100) or other protein concentrates (2106), but wheat gluten is specifically the isolated protein component, not the whole flour or a general food preparation.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 110900?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 110900 in UN Comtrade data were China ($378M, 22% of world exports), Belgium ($289M) and Germany ($242M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 110900?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 110900 in UN Comtrade data were Norway ($416M, 23% of world imports), the United States ($286M) and France ($115M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 110900 structured?
HS code 110900 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (11) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 110900?
In Brazil, HS code 110900 is NCM 1109.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.