HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2308.00 – Vegetable materials and vegetable waste, vegetable residues and by-products; whether or not in the form of pellets, of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included
HS code 2308.00 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable materials and vegetable waste, vegetable residues and by-products, whether or not in the form of pellets, of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included. It is used for sugar beet pulp, citrus pulp, brewers' spent grains, potato protein and tomato pomace.
What HS 2308.00 covers
This broad HS code encompasses various vegetable materials, waste, residues, and by-products, whether or not in pellet form, that are primarily used in animal feeding and are not specified elsewhere in Chapter 23. This category is crucial for sustainable agriculture, as it facilitates the valorization of waste streams from food processing and other agricultural activities. Examples include sugar beet pulp, citrus pulp, brewers' spent grains, potato waste, and various fruit and vegetable processing residues. These materials are valued for their fiber, energy, and sometimes protein content, serving as cost-effective and nutritious ingredients in compound feeds. Exporters are often countries with significant agricultural processing industries, while importers are nations with large livestock sectors seeking diverse and economical feed components. Strict quality control and safety standards are paramount due to their direct use in animal diets.
- Covers
- Sugar beet pulp
- Citrus pulp
- Brewers' spent grains
- Potato protein
- Tomato pomace
- Olive pomace
- Corn gluten feed
- Rice bran
- Grape pomace.
- Examples
- Südzucker Sugar Beet Pulp
- Cargill Citrus Pulp
- Anheuser-Busch InBev Spent Grains
- local agricultural co-op by-products
- Nutreco Feed Ingredients.
Codes often confused with 2308.00
Common mistake. Frequently confused with specific oil-cakes (e.g., 230690) or other feed ingredients if their specific origin or processing isn't clearly defined, leading to incorrect tariff application.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 230800, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 230800 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 18% 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 Brazil $94M 12% of world exports
- 2 China $85M 11% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $75M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $756M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $189M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $104M 10% of world imports
- 3 Ireland $102M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 2308.00
Brazil does not split HS 2308.00: its NCM code is 2308.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 23.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2308.00
What is HS code 230800?
HS code 230800 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable materials and vegetable waste, vegetable residues and by-products; whether or not in the form of pellets, of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included. This broad HS code encompasses various vegetable materials, waste, residues, and by-products, whether or not in pellet form, that are primarily used in animal feeding and are not specified elsewhere in Chapter 23. This category is crucial for sustainable agriculture, as it facilitates the valorization of waste streams from food processing and other agricultural activities. Examples include sugar beet pulp, citrus pulp, brewers' spent grains, potato waste, and various fruit and vegetable processing residues. These materials are valued for their fiber, energy, and sometimes protein content, serving as cost-effective and nutritious ingredients in compound feeds. Exporters are often countries with significant agricultural processing industries, while importers are nations with large livestock sectors seeking diverse and economical feed components. Strict quality control and safety standards are paramount due to their direct use in animal diets.
What products fall under HS code 230800?
Sugar beet pulp, citrus pulp, brewers' spent grains, potato protein, tomato pomace, olive pomace, corn gluten feed, rice bran, grape pomace.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 230800?
Frequently confused with specific oil-cakes (e.g., 230690) or other feed ingredients if their specific origin or processing isn't clearly defined, leading to incorrect tariff application.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 230800?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 230800 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($94M, 12% of world exports), China ($85M) and the Netherlands ($75M). World exports came to about $756M, 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 230800?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 230800 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($189M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($104M) and Ireland ($102M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 230800 structured?
HS code 230800 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (23) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) 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 230800?
In Brazil, HS code 230800 is NCM 2308.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.