HS Code for Maize bran

Maize bran is classified under HS code 2302.10, which covers residues from the sifting, milling, or other workings of maize. This classification is part of Chapter 23, which encompasses residues and waste from the food industries and prepared animal fodder. When maize is processed to produce cornmeal, grits, or flour, the outer hull and parts of the germ are separated; these by-products are collectively known as bran or sharps. The classification under 2302.10 is contingent upon the product meeting specific technical criteria regarding its starch and ash content, as defined in the Chapter 23 notes. If the residue contains too high a percentage of starch, it may be reclassified as cereal groats or meal under heading 1103. However, for standard industrial maize bran used in the animal feed industry, 2302.10 is the globally recognized code. This heading also includes pellets made from these residues. It is important to distinguish these milling residues from residues of starch manufacture (such as corn gluten feed), which are classified under heading 2303. The distinction lies in the process: 2302 is for mechanical milling residues, while 2303 is for residues resulting from the chemical or water-based extraction of starch. Proper classification is essential for compliance with agricultural import quotas and feed safety regulations.

Products Included

• Maize bran
• Maize sharps
• Maize husks from milling
• Maize sifting residues
• Maize bran pellets

Common Misclassification

Maize bran is frequently confused with maize flour (1102.20) or maize groats (1103.13). The distinction is based on the starch content and the passage through a standard sieve. Another common misclassification is 2303.10, which covers residues of starch manufacture (corn gluten). While both are used for animal feed, 2303.10 products are the result of a wet-milling process, whereas 2302.10 products are the result of dry-milling or sifting. Using the wrong code can lead to significant differences in duty rates and inspection requirements.

FAQ

What is the HS code for maize bran?

The HS code for maize bran is 2302.10, which covers residues of maize from milling or sifting.

Is corn gluten meal classified under 2302.10?

No, corn gluten meal is a residue of starch manufacture and is classified under HS code 2303.10, not 2302.10.