HS Code for Legume bran

Legume bran is classified under HS code 230250. This code is situated within Chapter 23, which encompasses residues and waste from the food industries and prepared animal fodder. Specifically, heading 2302 covers bran, sharps, and other residues derived from the sifting, milling, or other workings of cereals or leguminous plants. The classification 230250 is reserved for those residues specifically originating from leguminous plants, such as peas, beans, or lentils. The classification applies whether the bran is in its natural loose form or has been processed into pellets to facilitate transport. The essential criteria for this classification are that the product must be a byproduct of the milling process and must retain the characteristics of a residue rather than a finished flour or a whole pulse.

Products Included

• Pea bran and pea hulls
• Lentil skins and husks
• Bean screenings and hulls
• Chickpea (garbanzo) bran
• Pelletized legume residues from milling
• Mung bean husks

Common Misclassification

Legume bran is often confused with HS code 0713, which covers dried leguminous vegetables. If the product contains a significant amount of whole or broken seeds that have not undergone the milling process to remove the outer layer, it may be classified as the vegetable itself. Additionally, it is sometimes misclassified under 2309 (Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding). While legume bran is used in animal feed, 230250 is a more specific heading for the residue itself, whereas 2309 is for complex mixtures of multiple ingredients.

FAQ

What is the HS code for legume bran?

The specific HS code for bran and residues of leguminous plants is 230250.

Is soy hull classified under this code?

While soy is a legume, soy hulls are often classified under 230250; however, some jurisdictions may specifically direct soybean residues to 2304 if they are the result of oil extraction. Always check local customs rulings for soy-specific residues.