HS Code for Nut flour

Nut flour is classified under HS code 1106.30, which specifically covers flour, meal, and powder of the products of Chapter 8. Chapter 11 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to the products of the milling industry, including malt, starches, and gluten. Heading 11.06 is reserved for flour and meal derived from dried leguminous vegetables, sago, or fruit and nuts. Since nuts are classified in Chapter 8, their milled derivatives fall under 1106.30. The classification depends on the degree of milling; the product must be ground finely enough to meet the technical definitions of flour or meal as outlined in the HS Explanatory Notes. This code applies to pure nut flours that have not been mixed with other ingredients like sugar or leavening agents, which would move the product into Chapter 19. Furthermore, the nuts must not have been defatted to the point of becoming a residue, which would shift the classification to Chapter 23. This code is essential for distinguishing between raw agricultural nuts and processed ingredients used in the baking and food manufacturing industries.

Products Included

• Almond flour and almond meal
• Chestnut flour and powder
• Hazelnut (filbert) meal and flour
• Walnut flour used in gluten-free baking
• Pistachio powder for culinary use

Common Misclassification

Nut flour is often misclassified under 1208, which is reserved for flour and meal of oil seeds like soy or linseed. It is also confused with 2008.19 if the product is a nut paste or butter rather than a dry powder. Some importers mistakenly use 1101 or 1102, but those codes are strictly for cereal flours like wheat or corn.

FAQ

What is the HS code for nut flour?

The HS code for nut flour, meal, and powder derived from edible nuts is 1106.30.

Is almond meal classified differently than almond flour?

No, both almond meal and almond flour are classified under 1106.30, as the heading covers both flour and meal regardless of the specific particle size.