About HS Code 230630
This code covers the solid residue left after extracting oil from sunflower seeds, known as sunflower meal or cake. It is a widely used protein source in animal feed, suitable for various livestock including poultry, swine, and ruminants, depending on the dehulling level. Trade is significant, driven by the global demand for sunflower oil and the subsequent availability of this valuable feed ingredient. Major sunflower-producing countries are key exporters, supplying feed manufacturers worldwide. The EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation) flag indicates potential future scrutiny on the sustainability of sunflower cultivation, requiring importers to verify that the land used for cultivation has not contributed to deforestation.
Products Under This Code
Sunflower meal, Sunflower cake, Sunflower pellets, Defatted sunflower flour, Sunflower oil extraction residue, Dehulled sunflower meal, Partially dehulled sunflower meal, Expeller pressed sunflower cake
Real World Examples
Cargill Sunflower Meal, ADM Sunflower Cake, Bunge Sunflower Pellets, Louis Dreyfus Sunflower Meal, Kernel Sunflower Meal
Common Misclassification
Could be confused with 1206 (sunflower seeds, whether or not broken) if not clearly a residue, or 2309 (preparations of a kind used in animal feeding) if part of a mixed feed.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Products Classified Under 2306.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Ukraine, Russia, and Argentina are leading exporters, while the EU, Turkey, and China are major importers for their livestock industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 230630?
HS code 230630 covers: Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of sunflower seed oils. This code covers the solid residue left after extracting oil from sunflower seeds, known as sunflower meal or cake. It is a widely used protein source in animal feed, suitable for various livestock including poultry, swine, and ruminants, depending on the dehulling level. Trade is significant, driven by the global demand for sunflower oil and the subsequent availability of this valuable feed ingredient. Major sunflower-producing countries are key exporters, supplying feed manufacturers worldwide. The EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation) flag indicates potential future scrutiny on the sustainability of sunflower cultivation, requiring importers to verify that the land used for cultivation has not contributed to deforestation.
What products fall under HS code 230630?
Sunflower meal, Sunflower cake, Sunflower pellets, Defatted sunflower flour, Sunflower oil extraction residue, Dehulled sunflower meal, Partially dehulled sunflower meal, Expeller pressed sunflower cake
What are common misclassifications for HS code 230630?
Could be confused with 1206 (sunflower seeds, whether or not broken) if not clearly a residue, or 2309 (preparations of a kind used in animal feeding) if part of a mixed feed.
How is HS code 230630 structured?
HS code 230630 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (23) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.