Product classification
HS code for Cereal germ: 1104.30
Cereal, germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground.
Classification of cereal germ under HS 1104.30
Cereal germ is classified under HS code 1104.30. This heading is part of Chapter 11, which covers products of the milling industry, malt, starches, and inulin. Cereal germ is the embryo of the cereal grain, which is separated during the milling process. According to the Chapter 11 notes, heading 1104 includes grains that have been worked in specific ways, and subheading 1104.30 specifically identifies the germ of cereals, whether it is whole, rolled, flaked, or ground. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the germ is intended for human consumption, animal feed, or further industrial processing, provided it has not been further prepared or treated in a way that would move it to another chapter, such as the extraction of oil.
- Covers
- Whole wheat germ
- Rolled corn (maize) germ
- Flaked barley germ
- Ground rice germ
- Cereal germ used as a nutritional supplement
- Also under 1104.30
- Kretschmer Wheat Germ
- Bob's Red Mill Wheat Germ
- Hodgson Mill Wheat Germ
- Nature's Path Organic Wheat Germ
Codes often confused with 1104.30
Common mistake. Cereal germ is often misclassified under HS code 2302, which covers bran, sharps, and other residues from the sifting or milling of cereals. While germ is a byproduct of milling, 1104.30 is a more specific heading for the embryo itself. Another common error involves HS code 1512 or 1515 if the germ has been processed to extract oil; once the oil is removed, the remaining oil-cake is classified in Chapter 23, while the oil itself is in Chapter 15. Additionally, if the germ is prepared as a finished breakfast cereal with added sugar or flavorings, it may move to heading 1904.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110430 (the code used for cereal germ), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110430 (the code used for cereal germ) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 44% of world imports. Austria reports $214M of its chapter 11 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 110430, not only cereal germ.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$33M 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 France $20M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Austria $20M 9.0% of world exports
Austria reports $214M of its chapter 11 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $226M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Türkiye $91M 44% of world imports
- 2 Italy $29M 14% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $17M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $205M 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 germ
Brazil classifies cereal germ under NCM 1104.30.00: HS 1104.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cereal germ
What is the HS code for Cereal germ?
The HS code for Cereal germ is 110430 (Cereal; germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground). The HS code for cereal germ, whether whole, rolled, flaked, or ground, is 1104.30.
How do I classify Cereal germ for customs?
Cereal germ is classified under HS code 110430 — Cereal; germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is wheat germ oil classified under 1104.30?
No, wheat germ oil is classified in Chapter 15 (specifically 1515.90) as it is a vegetable fat/oil. 1104.30 only covers the germ itself.
Which countries are the top exporters of cereal germ (HS 110430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110430 (the code used for cereal germ) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $33M, 14% of world exports), France ($20M) and Austria ($20M). World exports came to about $226M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $214M of its chapter 11 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of cereal germ (HS 110430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110430 (the code used for cereal germ) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($91M, 44% of world imports), Italy ($29M) and Belgium ($17M). World imports came to about $205M, 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 germ the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110430 for Cereal germ 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 germ in Brazil?
In Brazil, cereal germ (HS 110430) is classified under NCM 1104.30.00.