Product classification
HS code for Legume bran: 2302.50
Bran, sharps and other residues, of leguminous plants, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof.
Classification of legume bran under HS 2302.50
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.
- Covers
- Pea bran and pea hulls
- Lentil skins and husks
- Bean screenings and hulls
- Chickpea (garbanzo) bran
- Pelletized legume residues from milling
- Mung bean husks
- Also under 2302.50
- Roquette Pea Hulls
- ADM Soybean Hulls (as feed)
- AGT Foods Lentil Bran
- Ingredion Pea Fiber
Codes often confused with 2302.50
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS 230250 (the code used for legume bran), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 230250 (the code used for legume bran) in UN Comtrade data was Argentina, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Norway, with 50% of world imports. Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 19% of its imports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 230250, not only legume bran.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Argentina $158M 49% of world exports
- 2 United States $36M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $17M 5.3% of world exports
World total: $324M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Norway $162M 50% of world imports
- 2 United States $14M 4.2% of world imports
- 3 Japan $13M 4.0% of world imports
Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 19% of its imports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $325M 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 code for legume bran
Brazil classifies legume bran under NCM 2302.50.00: HS 2302.50 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about legume bran
What is the HS code for Legume bran?
The HS code for Legume bran is 230250 (Bran, sharps and other residues; of leguminous plants, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof). The specific HS code for bran and residues of leguminous plants is 230250.
How do I classify Legume bran for customs?
Legume bran is classified under HS code 230250 — Bran, sharps and other residues; of leguminous plants, 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.
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.
Which countries are the top exporters of legume bran (HS 230250)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 230250 (the code used for legume bran) in UN Comtrade data were Argentina ($158M, 49% of world exports), the United States ($36M) and Germany ($17M). World exports came to about $324M, 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 legume bran (HS 230250)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 230250 (the code used for legume bran) in UN Comtrade data were Norway ($162M, 50% of world imports), the United States ($14M) and Japan ($13M). World imports came to about $325M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 19% of its imports here ($12M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Legume bran the same in all countries?
The base HS code 230250 for Legume 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 legume bran in Brazil?
In Brazil, legume bran (HS 230250) is classified under NCM 2302.50.00.