HS Code for Millet grain

Millet grain is classified under HS code 1008.29. This classification is found within Chapter 10, which is dedicated to cereals. Heading 1008 covers buckwheat, millet, and canary seeds, as well as other cereals. The subheading 1008.29 specifically refers to millet that is not intended for use as seed for sowing. Millet is a group of small-seeded grasses widely grown around the world as cereal crops or grains for fodder and human food. To be classified under this code, the grain must be in its raw, unworked state, meaning it has not been subjected to processes such as pearling, rolling, or flaking. The grain may be cleaned or dried, but any further processing that changes the nature of the grain would move it to a different chapter. This code includes several botanical varieties, such as Proso millet (Panicum miliaceum), Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum), and Finger millet (Eleusine coracana).

Products Included

• Raw pearl millet grain
• Proso millet for human consumption
• Finger millet (ragi) in grain form
• Foxtail millet intended for bird feed (unmixed)

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 1008.21, which is specifically for millet used as seed for sowing. To qualify for 1008.21, the grain must usually be treated or packaged in a way that indicates its use for planting. Another common error is using HS code 1104.29, which applies to millet that has been hulled, pearled, or otherwise worked. If the millet is mixed with other seeds for bird feed, it may be classified under 2309.90 as a preparation used in animal feeding.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Millet grain?

The HS code for millet grain, other than that intended for sowing, is 1008.29.

Is ragi classified under this HS code?

Yes, ragi, also known as finger millet, is classified under HS code 1008.29 when it is in its whole grain, unprocessed form.