HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2306.60 – Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of palm nuts or kernels oils
HS code 2306.60 is the 6-digit subheading for oil-cake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of palm nuts or kernels oils. It is used for palm kernel cake, palm kernel meal, palm kernel expeller, palm kernel pellets and defatted palm kernel flour.
What HS 2306.60 covers
This category covers the solid residues, in ground or pellet form, that result from the extraction of oil from palm nuts or kernels. Known primarily as palm kernel cake (PKC) or palm kernel expeller (PKE), this by-product is a crucial commodity in the global animal feed industry. It is highly sought after for its fiber and moderate protein content, making it an excellent feed ingredient, especially for ruminants like cattle. The primary exporters are the major palm oil-producing nations, notably Indonesia and Malaysia, which generate vast quantities of these residues. Key importers include countries with significant livestock populations, such as those in the European Union, China, and India, looking for sustainable and economical feed sources. Trade is subject to global feed market dynamics, and increasingly, to environmental regulations like the EUDR, which scrutinizes the sustainability of palm oil supply chains.
- Covers
- Palm kernel cake
- Palm kernel meal
- Palm kernel expeller
- Palm kernel pellets
- Defatted palm kernel flour
- PKE for animal feed
- Palm kernel residue.
- Examples
- Wilmar International Palm Kernel Expeller
- Sime Darby Plantation PKE
- Golden Agri-Resources Palm Kernel Meal
- Musim Mas Palm Kernel Cake
- local feed mill blends.
Codes often confused with 2306.60
Common mistake. Often confused with 230690 (other oil-cakes) if not clearly specified as palm kernel, or 230800 (other vegetable materials for animal feeding) if its origin from oil extraction is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 230660, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 230660 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was New Zealand, with 26% 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 Indonesia $634M 64% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $295M 30% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $43M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $996M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 New Zealand $429M 26% of world imports
- 2 Japan $424M 26% of world imports
- 3 China $161M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 2306.60
Brazil does not split HS 2306.60: its NCM code is 2306.60.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 23.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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.
Questions about HS 2306.60
What is HS code 230660?
HS code 230660 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of palm nuts or kernels oils. This category covers the solid residues, in ground or pellet form, that result from the extraction of oil from palm nuts or kernels. Known primarily as palm kernel cake (PKC) or palm kernel expeller (PKE), this by-product is a crucial commodity in the global animal feed industry. It is highly sought after for its fiber and moderate protein content, making it an excellent feed ingredient, especially for ruminants like cattle. The primary exporters are the major palm oil-producing nations, notably Indonesia and Malaysia, which generate vast quantities of these residues. Key importers include countries with significant livestock populations, such as those in the European Union, China, and India, looking for sustainable and economical feed sources. Trade is subject to global feed market dynamics, and increasingly, to environmental regulations like the EUDR, which scrutinizes the sustainability of palm oil supply chains.
What products fall under HS code 230660?
Palm kernel cake, palm kernel meal, palm kernel expeller, palm kernel pellets, defatted palm kernel flour, PKE for animal feed, palm kernel residue.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 230660?
Often confused with 230690 (other oil-cakes) if not clearly specified as palm kernel, or 230800 (other vegetable materials for animal feeding) if its origin from oil extraction is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 230660?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 230660 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($634M, 64% of world exports), Malaysia ($295M) and the Netherlands ($43M). World exports came to about $996M, 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 230660?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 230660 in UN Comtrade data were New Zealand ($429M, 26% of world imports), Japan ($424M) and China ($161M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 230660 structured?
HS code 230660 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 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 230660?
In Brazil, HS code 230660 is NCM 2306.60.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.