Product classification
HS code for Cereal bran: 2302.40
Bran, sharps and other residues, of other cereals, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof.
Classification of cereal bran under HS 2302.40
Cereal bran and other residues from the milling process are classified under HS code 2302.40 when they are derived from cereals other than maize, rice, or wheat. This includes grains like barley, rye, oats, and sorghum. The classification is based on the product being a residue of the sifting, milling, or other mechanical workings of the grain. For a product to remain in Chapter 23, it must meet specific starch and ash content limits defined in the Chapter Notes; if the starch content is too high, it might be classified as flour or groats in Chapter 11. These residues are primarily used as ingredients in animal feed, providing essential fiber and nutrients. They can be traded in their natural loose form or compressed into pellets to facilitate transport and handling, provided they have not been further processed into a finished food product.
- Covers
- Barley bran and sharps
- Rye bran and residues
- Oat bran (as a milling residue)
- Sorghum bran
- Pelleted cereal residues (non-wheat/maize/rice)
- Millet residues from sifting
- Also under 2302.40
- Riceland Rice Bran
- AB Agri Barley Bran
- Quaker Oats Oat Bran (as feed ingredient)
- Thai Wah Rice Bran
Codes often confused with 2302.40
Common mistake. The most frequent error is confusing this code with 2302.30 (wheat bran), 2302.10 (maize bran), or 2302.20 (rice bran). Each major cereal has its own specific subheading. Furthermore, if the product is intended for human consumption and has been specially processed (like toasted oat bran), it may fall under 1904. If the starch content exceeds the limits set in Note 2(A) to Chapter 11, it must be classified as cereal flour or meal.
Top exporters and importers of HS 230240 (the code used for cereal bran), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 230240 (the code used for cereal bran) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% 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 230240, not only cereal bran.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$393M 61% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $59M 9.2% of world exports
- 3 United States $38M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $643M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $411M 63% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $30M 4.7% of world imports
- 3 Luxembourg $24M 3.6% of world imports
World total: $651M 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 cereal bran
Brazil classifies cereal bran under NCM 2302.40.00: HS 2302.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cereal bran
What is the HS code for Cereal bran?
The HS code for Cereal bran is 230240 (Bran, sharps and other residues; of other cereals, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof). For cereals other than wheat, maize, or rice (such as barley or rye), the HS code for bran is 2302.40.
How do I classify Cereal bran for customs?
Cereal bran is classified under HS code 230240 — Bran, sharps and other residues; of other cereals, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can pelleted bran be classified here?
Yes, bran in the form of pellets is explicitly included in HS code 2302.40, provided it is a residue of the milling process.
Which countries are the top exporters of cereal bran (HS 230240)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 230240 (the code used for cereal bran) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $393M, 61% of world exports), Germany ($59M) and the United States ($38M). World exports came to about $643M, 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 cereal bran (HS 230240)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 230240 (the code used for cereal bran) in UN Comtrade data were China ($411M, 63% of world imports), the Netherlands ($30M) and Luxembourg ($24M). World imports came to about $651M, 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 Cereal bran the same in all countries?
The base HS code 230240 for Cereal bran 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 cereal bran in Brazil?
In Brazil, cereal bran (HS 230240) is classified under NCM 2302.40.00.