Product classification
HS code for Legume grader: 8437.10
Machines, for cleaning, sorting or grading seed, grain or dried leguminous vegetables.
Classification of legume grader under HS 8437.10
A legume grader is classified under HS code 8437.10. This code applies to machinery designed for cleaning, sorting, or grading seeds, grains, or dried leguminous vegetables. These machines are vital in the post-harvest processing of crops like beans, lentils, and peas. They utilize various mechanical or optical methods—such as size screens, gravity tables, or color sensors—to separate high-quality legumes from debris, stones, or damaged seeds. The classification is specific to the treatment of "dried" leguminous vegetables; machines intended for the processing of fresh, green vegetables are classified elsewhere in Chapter 84. The engineering of these machines focuses on the density and dimensions of dried seeds, which distinguishes them from general industrial separators.
- Covers
- Optical color sorters for dried beans
- Vibrating screen graders for lentils
- Gravity separators for dried peas
- Rotary cleaners for legume seeds
- Aspiration systems for removing hulls from dried legumes
- Also under 8437.10
- Bühler grain sorters
- Satake optical sorters
- Cimbria seed cleaners
- Westrup seed processing lines
- PETKUS seed grading machines
Codes often confused with 8437.10
Common mistake. Legume graders are often misclassified under HS code 8433.60, which covers machines for cleaning or grading eggs, fruit, or other agricultural produce. However, 8433.60 is intended for fresh produce, whereas 8437.10 is specifically for the milling industry and dried seeds. Another error is using 8474.10, which is for sorting and screening earth, stone, or ores; while the mechanical principles are similar, the application to food products mandates the use of 8437.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843710 (the code used for legume grader), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843710 (the code used for legume grader) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, 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 843710, not only legume grader.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $346M 43% of world exports
- 2 United States $48M 6.0% of world exports
- 3 Germany $44M 5.5% of world exports
World total: $801M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $109M 13% of world imports
- 2 Nigeria $74M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 United States $38M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $872M 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 grader
Brazil classifies legume grader under NCM 8437.10.00: HS 8437.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about legume grader
What is the HS code for Legume grader?
The HS code for Legume grader is 843710 (Machines; for cleaning, sorting or grading seed, grain or dried leguminous vegetables). The HS code for machines that grade or sort dried leguminous vegetables is 8437.10.
How do I classify Legume grader for customs?
Legume grader is classified under HS code 843710 — Machines; for cleaning, sorting or grading seed, grain or dried leguminous vegetables. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code cover bean harvesting machines?
No, harvesting machinery is classified under HS code 8433.51 or 8433.59. 8437.10 is only for post-harvest cleaning and grading.
Which countries are the top exporters of legume grader (HS 843710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843710 (the code used for legume grader) in UN Comtrade data were China ($346M, 43% of world exports), the United States ($48M) and Germany ($44M). World exports came to about $801M, 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 grader (HS 843710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843710 (the code used for legume grader) in UN Comtrade data were India ($109M, 13% of world imports), Nigeria ($74M) and the United States ($38M). World imports came to about $872M, 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 Legume grader the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843710 for Legume grader 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 grader in Brazil?
In Brazil, legume grader (HS 843710) is classified under NCM 8437.10.00.