Product classification

HS code for Coconut meal: 2306.50

Oil-cake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of coconut or copra seed oils.

Classification of coconut meal under HS 2306.50

Coconut meal, also known as copra meal, is classified under HS code 2306.50 because it represents the solid residue remaining after the extraction of oil from the coconut (copra). According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GIR), specifically Note 1 to Chapter 23, this heading covers products of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included, obtained by the processing of vegetable materials. The classification specifically targets the 'oil-cake' resulting from the mechanical or solvent extraction of fats. This material is distinct from coconut flour, which is intended for human consumption and involves different processing standards. The residue must be solid and typically contains a specific percentage of residual fats and proteins, making it a valuable component in livestock feed formulations. The Harmonized System distinguishes these residues from the primary nut or the extracted oil, placing them in the category of food industry waste and prepared animal fodder. The process involves drying the coconut meat (copra) and then pressing it to remove the oil; the remaining 'cake' is then ground into meal. This byproduct is essential for the agricultural sector, and its classification under 2306.50 ensures it is treated as a feed ingredient rather than a primary food product or a simple vegetable waste.

Covers
  • Copra oil-cake
  • Expeller-pressed coconut meal
  • Solvent-extracted coconut meal pellets
  • Ground coconut residues from oil milling
  • Solid coconut extraction waste for animal feed
  • De-oiled copra meal
Also under 2306.50
  • Cargill Copra Meal
  • Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Coconut Meal
  • Bunge Coconut Expeller
  • local feed mill blends
  • Wilmar International Copra Pellets.

Codes often confused with 2306.50

Common mistake. Coconut meal is frequently misclassified under HS code 1106.30, which covers flour, meal, and powder of the products of Chapter 8. The distinction lies in the intent and the process; 1106.30 is for products intended for human consumption, whereas 2306.50 is strictly for residues after oil extraction. Another common error is using HS code 2302.50, which applies to bran, sharps, and other residues from the sifting or milling of leguminous plants, not oilseeds. It is also sometimes confused with HS code 2308.00, which covers vegetable materials and vegetable waste used in animal feeding, but 2306.50 is more specific for oil-cake residues resulting from oil extraction. Importers must ensure the product is not classified under 1211 if it is intended for pharmaceutical use.

1106.30Flour, meal and powder; of the products of chapter 82302.50Bran, sharps and other residues; of leguminous plants, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof2308.00Vegetable 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 included12.11Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

Top exporters and importers of HS 230650 (the code used for coconut meal), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 230650 (the code used for coconut meal) in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 40% 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 230650, not only coconut meal.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Philippines $61M
  2. 2 Indonesia $29M
  3. 3 Papua New Guinea* ~$7.3M

World total: $116M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 India $52M
  2. 2 South Korea $38M
  3. 3 China $15M

World total: $129M 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 coconut meal

Brazil classifies coconut meal under NCM 2306.50.00: HS 2306.50 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

EU Regulatory Requirements

This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.

Questions about coconut meal

What is the HS code for Coconut meal?

The HS code for Coconut meal is 230650 (Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of coconut or copra seed oils). The HS code for coconut meal (copra meal) resulting from oil extraction is 2306.50.

How do I classify Coconut meal for customs?

Coconut meal is classified under HS code 230650 — Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of coconut or copra seed oils. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include desiccated coconut?

No, desiccated coconut is classified under HS code 0801.11, as it is a prepared fruit product rather than a residue from oil extraction.

Which countries are the top exporters of coconut meal (HS 230650)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 230650 (the code used for coconut meal) in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($61M, 53% of world exports), Indonesia ($29M) and Papua New Guinea (about $7.3M). World exports came to about $116M, 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 coconut meal (HS 230650)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 230650 (the code used for coconut meal) in UN Comtrade data were India ($52M, 40% of world imports), South Korea ($38M) and China ($15M). World imports came to about $129M, 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 Coconut meal the same in all countries?

The base HS code 230650 for Coconut meal 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 coconut meal in Brazil?

In Brazil, coconut meal (HS 230650) is classified under NCM 2306.50.00.