Product classification
HS code for Green malt: 1107.10
Malt, not roasted.
Classification of green malt under HS 1107.10
Green malt is classified under HS code 1107.10 because it represents the primary stage of the malting process where cereal grains, most commonly barley, have undergone controlled germination but have not yet been subjected to the roasting or high-temperature kilning processes that characterize roasted malt. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, heading 1107 encompasses malt derived from any cereal grain. The distinction between the subheadings is based entirely on the thermal treatment applied to the germinated grain. Green malt is essentially the "living" grain that has sprouted, developing the enzymes necessary for starch conversion, but remains in a moist, unroasted state. This classification is critical for customs purposes as it distinguishes the raw enzymatic material from the flavor-enhanced roasted varieties used in specific brewing styles. The product must be clearly identified as unroasted to qualify for 1107.10, as any degree of roasting that alters the chemical and physical properties of the grain would necessitate a shift to 1107.20. The classification follows the principle that the most specific description takes precedence, and 1107.10 specifically addresses malt in its non-roasted form.
- Covers
- Green barley malt
- Green wheat malt
- Germinated cereal grains for enzyme production
- Unroasted malted rye
- Moist sprouted grain for brewing distillation
- Also under 1107.10
- Weyermann Pilsner Malt
- Crisp Pale Ale Malt
- Rahr Standard 2-Row Malt
- Briess Pale Malt
Codes often confused with 1107.10
Common mistake. Green malt is frequently confused with roasted malt, which falls under HS code 1107.20. The primary difference lies in the moisture content and the application of heat; once the malt has been kilned at high temperatures to develop color and flavor, it must be moved to 1107.20. Additionally, it is sometimes misclassified as unprocessed barley under 1003.90. However, because the germination process has been initiated, it no longer qualifies as a simple cereal grain and must be classified as malt under heading 1107.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110710 (the code used for green malt), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110710 (the code used for green malt) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, 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 110710, not only green malt.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $568M 14% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $452M 11% of world exports
- 3 China $373M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $598M 13% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $385M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Japan $320M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $4.6B 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 codes for green malt
Brazil splits HS 1107.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1107.10.10Unroasted malt, whole or broken
- 1107.10.20Unroasted malt, ground or as flour
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about green malt
What is the HS code for Green malt?
The HS code for Green malt is 110710 (Malt; not roasted). The HS code for green malt is 1107.10, which covers malt that has not been roasted.
How do I classify Green malt for customs?
Green malt is classified under HS code 110710 — Malt; not roasted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include malted flour?
No, malted flour that has been further processed or ground into a fine powder may be classified under 1107.10 if it is unroasted, but if it is prepared as a food supplement, it might fall under Chapter 19.
Which countries are the top exporters of green malt (HS 110710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110710 (the code used for green malt) in UN Comtrade data were France ($568M, 14% of world exports), Belgium ($452M) and China ($373M). World exports came to about $4.1B, 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 green malt (HS 110710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110710 (the code used for green malt) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($598M, 13% of world imports), Mexico ($385M) and Japan ($320M). World imports came to about $4.6B, 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 Green malt the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110710 for Green malt 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 green malt in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 110710 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for green malt depends on the product's details: 1107.10.10 (Unroasted malt, whole or broken), 1107.10.20 (Unroasted malt, ground or as flour).