Product classification
HS code for Bagasse: 2303.20
Beet-pulp, bagasse and other waste of sugar manufacture, whether or not in the form of pellets.
Classification of bagasse under HS 2303.20
Bagasse is the fibrous residue remaining after sugarcane or sugar beets are crushed to extract their juice. Under the Harmonized System, it is classified under HS code 2303.20. This classification is determined by the product's nature as a byproduct or waste of the sugar manufacturing process. Chapter 23 of the HS nomenclature is dedicated to residues and waste from the food industries, as well as prepared animal fodder. Since bagasse is a direct result of sugar extraction and is frequently utilized as a component in animal feed or as a raw material for industrial processes like paper production or bioenergy, it fits squarely within this category. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the bagasse is in its raw, loose form or has been compressed into pellets for easier transport and handling. The key factor for 2303.20 is its origin from sugar manufacture. Even when used for fuel, the primary classification remains under Chapter 23 because it is a specific residue of the sugar industry, rather than a general vegetable material. The General Interpretative Rules (GIR) suggest that specific descriptions take precedence over general ones, making 2303.20 the most appropriate code for this material. Furthermore, the Explanatory Notes to heading 2303 clarify that this heading includes bagasse even if it is intended for use as fuel or in the manufacture of paper, provided it is a residue of sugar manufacture.
- Covers
- Sugarcane bagasse
- Sugar beet pulp
- Waste of sugar manufacture in pellet form
- Dried sugar beet residue
- De-pithed bagasse fiber
- Also under 2303.20
- British Sugar Beet Pulp
- Südzucker Dried Beet Pulp
- Tereos Bagasse Pellets
- Bunge Beet Pulp
- Cristal Union Beet Pulp
Codes often confused with 2303.20
Common mistake. Bagasse is frequently misclassified under HS code 4401, which covers fuel wood and sawdust. While bagasse is often burned for energy, 4401 is reserved for wood-based products, whereas bagasse is a non-woody vegetable residue. Another common error is using HS code 1404, which covers vegetable products not elsewhere specified. However, because bagasse is specifically named in the heading for sugar manufacture waste (2303), 1404 is incorrect according to the principle of specificity in classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 230320 (the code used for bagasse), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 230320 (the code used for bagasse) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 230320, not only bagasse.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$224M 29% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Egypt $155M 20% of world exports
- 3 United States $74M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $769M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $118M 13% of world imports
- 2 Morocco $104M 11% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $73M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $929M 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 bagasse
Brazil classifies bagasse under NCM 2303.20.00: HS 2303.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bagasse
What is the HS code for Bagasse?
The HS code for Bagasse is 230320 (Beet-pulp, bagasse and other waste of sugar manufacture; whether or not in the form of pellets). The HS code for bagasse is 2303.20, which covers beet-pulp, bagasse, and other waste of sugar manufacture.
How do I classify Bagasse for customs?
Bagasse is classified under HS code 230320 — Beet-pulp, bagasse and other waste of sugar manufacture; whether or not in the form of pellets. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is bagasse classified as animal feed?
Yes, because it falls under Chapter 23 (Residues and waste from food industries), it is legally grouped with materials used for animal fodder, though it has other industrial uses.
Which countries are the top exporters of bagasse (HS 230320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 230320 (the code used for bagasse) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $224M, 29% of world exports), Egypt ($155M) and the United States ($74M). World exports came to about $769M, 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 bagasse (HS 230320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 230320 (the code used for bagasse) in UN Comtrade data were China ($118M, 13% of world imports), Morocco ($104M) and Belgium ($73M). World imports came to about $929M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bagasse the same in all countries?
The base HS code 230320 for Bagasse is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bagasse in Brazil?
In Brazil, bagasse (HS 230320) is classified under NCM 2303.20.00.