Product classification
HS code for Barley starch: 1108.19
Starch, n.e.c. in item no. 1108.11 to 1108.14.
Classification of barley starch under HS 1108.19
Barley starch is classified under HS code 1108.19. Chapter 11 of the Harmonized System covers products of the milling industry, including starches. Heading 1108 is specifically dedicated to starches and inulin. Within this heading, the subheadings are organized by the botanical source of the starch. There are specific codes for wheat starch (1108.11), maize starch (1108.12), potato starch (1108.13), and manioc starch (1108.14). Since barley is not explicitly listed in its own subheading, it is classified under 1108.19, which serves as the 'Other starches' category. To qualify for this code, the product must be unmodified starch extracted from the barley grain. If the starch has been pre-gelatinized, esterified, or otherwise chemically modified to alter its properties for industrial use, it would move out of Chapter 11 and into Chapter 35. Barley starch is used in the food industry as a thickener and in the textile industry for sizing fabrics.
- Covers
- Unmodified barley starch
- Native barley starch powder
- Food-grade barley starch
- Industrial-grade barley starch
- Rice starch (also under 1108.19)
- Also under 1108.19
- Remyline Rice Starch
- Avebe Pea Starch
- Tate & Lyle Specialty Starches
- Roquette Pea Starch
Codes often confused with 1108.19
Common mistake. Barley starch is often misclassified under 1104.29 (Other worked grains) or 1103.19 (Barley groats and meal). However, starch is a specific carbohydrate extract, not a milled grain product containing fiber and protein. Another common error is classifying it under 3505.10, which is reserved for modified starches like dextrins or oxidized starches. If the barley starch has been treated to be cold-water soluble, it must be moved to 3505.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110819 (the code used for barley starch), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110819 (the code used for barley starch) in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 110819, not only barley starch.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Belgium $84M 30% of world exports
- 2 China $50M 18% of world exports
- 3 Canada $24M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $277M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $59M 17% of world imports
- 2 Czechia $34M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $27M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $351M 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 barley starch
Brazil classifies barley starch under NCM 1108.19.00: HS 1108.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about barley starch
What is the HS code for Barley starch?
The HS code for Barley starch is 110819 (Starch; n.e.c. in item no. 1108.11 to 1108.14). The HS code for Barley starch is 1108.19, categorized under 'Other starches'.
How do I classify Barley starch for customs?
Barley starch is classified under HS code 110819 — Starch; n.e.c. in item no. 1108.11 to 1108.14. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is barley flour classified under the same code as barley starch?
No, barley flour is classified under HS code 1102.90, as it contains the protein and fiber of the grain, whereas starch is the isolated carbohydrate.
Which countries are the top exporters of barley starch (HS 110819)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110819 (the code used for barley starch) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($84M, 30% of world exports), China ($50M) and Canada ($24M). World exports came to about $277M, 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 barley starch (HS 110819)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110819 (the code used for barley starch) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($59M, 17% of world imports), Czechia ($34M) and South Korea ($27M). World imports came to about $351M, 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 Barley starch the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110819 for Barley starch 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 barley starch in Brazil?
In Brazil, barley starch (HS 110819) is classified under NCM 1108.19.00.