HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2302.40 – 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
HS code 2302.40 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for rice bran, barley bran, oat bran, rye bran and sorghum bran.
What HS 2302.40 covers
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.
- Covers
- Rice bran
- Barley bran
- Oat bran
- Rye bran
- Sorghum bran
- Millet bran
- Rice polishing
- Barley sharps
- Examples
- Riceland Rice Bran
- AB Agri Barley Bran
- Quaker Oats Oat Bran (as feed ingredient)
- Thai Wah Rice Bran
Codes often confused with 2302.40
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 230240, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 230240 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% 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 Vietnam* ~$393M 61% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $59M 9.2% of world exports
- 3 United States $38M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $643M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $411M 63% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $30M 4.7% of world imports
- 3 Luxembourg $24M 3.6% of world imports
World total: $651M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 2302.40
Brazil does not split HS 2302.40: its NCM code is 2302.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 23.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2302.40
What is HS code 230240?
HS code 230240 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 230240?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 230240 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $393M, 61% of world exports), Germany ($59M) and the United States ($38M). World exports came to about $643M, 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 230240?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 230240 in UN Comtrade data were China ($411M, 63% of world imports), the Netherlands ($30M) and Luxembourg ($24M). World imports came to about $651M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 230240?
In Brazil, HS code 230240 is NCM 2302.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.