About HS Code 230240
This broad HS code covers bran, sharps, and other residues derived from the sifting, milling, or other workings of cereals other than maize and wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets. This includes residues from rice, barley, oats, rye, sorghum, and millet. These by-products are valuable in the animal feed industry, providing essential fiber, energy, and protein to various livestock. The international trade is diverse, reflecting the global cultivation and processing of a wide array of cereals. Countries specializing in specific cereal crops will export their respective residues, while countries with diverse livestock industries will import these for varied feed formulations, contributing to efficient resource utilization in agriculture. Quality and nutritional content are key trade factors.
Products Under This Code
Rice bran, barley bran, oat bran, rye bran, sorghum bran, millet bran, rice polishing, barley sharps
Real World Examples
Riceland Rice Bran, AB Agri Barley Bran, Quaker Oats Oat Bran (as feed ingredient), Thai Wah Rice Bran
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with the whole grains themselves (Chapter 10) or flours (Chapter 11) if not clearly identified as milling residues, or with maize (230210) or wheat (230230) residues if the specific cereal is not identified.
Products Classified Under 2302.40
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include the Netherlands, Japan, and South Korea; major exporters are India, Thailand, and Vietnam (for rice bran), and various EU countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 230240?
HS code 230240 covers: Bran, sharps and other residues; of other cereals, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof. This broad HS code covers bran, sharps, and other residues derived from the sifting, milling, or other workings of cereals other than maize and wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets. This includes residues from rice, barley, oats, rye, sorghum, and millet. These by-products are valuable in the animal feed industry, providing essential fiber, energy, and protein to various livestock. The international trade is diverse, reflecting the global cultivation and processing of a wide array of cereals. Countries specializing in specific cereal crops will export their respective residues, while countries with diverse livestock industries will import these for varied feed formulations, contributing to efficient resource utilization in agriculture. Quality and nutritional content are key trade factors.
What products fall under HS code 230240?
Rice bran, barley bran, oat bran, rye bran, sorghum bran, millet bran, rice polishing, barley sharps
What are common misclassifications for HS code 230240?
This code can be confused with the whole grains themselves (Chapter 10) or flours (Chapter 11) if not clearly identified as milling residues, or with maize (230210) or wheat (230230) residues if the specific cereal is not identified.
How is HS code 230240 structured?
HS code 230240 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (23) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.