Product classification
HS code for Oatmeal: 1104.12
Cereal grains, rolled or flaked, of oats.
Classification of oatmeal under HS 1104.12
Oatmeal, specifically in the form of rolled or flaked oats, is classified under HS code 1104.12. This classification falls under Chapter 11, which covers products of the milling industry, malt, starches, and inulin. Heading 1104 is reserved for cereal grains that have been worked in ways beyond simple cleaning or husking. Subheading 1104.12 specifically identifies oats that have been rolled or flaked, a process that involves steaming the grain and then flattening it between rollers. This process makes the oats suitable for quick cooking, which is the defining characteristic of oatmeal. It is important to note that this code applies to plain oatmeal. If the product has been further prepared, such as by adding sugar, flavorings, or being toasted (as in granola or certain breakfast cereals), it is generally classified under heading 1904. The classification 1104.12 is strictly for the mechanical processing of the oat grain into flakes without further ingredients.
- Covers
- Old-fashioned rolled oats
- Quick-cooking rolled oats
- Flaked oat grains
- Steel-cut oats (if rolled after cutting)
- Plain instant oat flakes (without additives)
- Also under 1104.12
- Quaker Oats Old Fashioned
- Bob's Red Mill Rolled Oats
- McCann's Irish Oatmeal
- Nature Valley Granola
Codes often confused with 1104.12
Common mistake. Oatmeal is often misclassified under 1904.10 if it is part of a prepared breakfast cereal mix that has been toasted or sweetened. It is also confused with 1104.22, which covers oats that are hulled, pearled, or sliced but not rolled/flaked. Raw oat grain (with hulls) belongs in 1004.90. If the oatmeal is ground into a fine powder, it should be classified as oat flour under 1102.90. Accurate classification depends on the specific degree of milling and the presence of additional ingredients.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110412 (the code used for oatmeal), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110412 (the code used for oatmeal) in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 110412, not only oatmeal.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $192M 21% of world exports
- 2 Germany $132M 15% of world exports
- 3 Chile $83M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $911M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $195M 22% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $52M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 France $38M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $903M 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 oatmeal
Brazil classifies oatmeal under NCM 1104.12.00: HS 1104.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about oatmeal
What is the HS code for Oatmeal?
The HS code for Oatmeal is 110412 (Cereal grains; rolled or flaked, of oats). The HS code for plain rolled or flaked oatmeal is 1104.12.
How do I classify Oatmeal for customs?
Oatmeal is classified under HS code 110412 — Cereal grains; rolled or flaked, of oats. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is flavored or sweetened oatmeal classified under 1104.12?
No, oatmeal with added sugar, honey, fruit, or flavorings is typically classified under HS code 1904.10 as a prepared breakfast cereal.
Which countries are the top exporters of oatmeal (HS 110412)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110412 (the code used for oatmeal) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($192M, 21% of world exports), Germany ($132M) and Chile ($83M). World exports came to about $911M, 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 oatmeal (HS 110412)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110412 (the code used for oatmeal) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($195M, 22% of world imports), the Netherlands ($52M) and France ($38M). World imports came to about $903M, 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 Oatmeal the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110412 for Oatmeal 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 oatmeal in Brazil?
In Brazil, oatmeal (HS 110412) is classified under NCM 1104.12.00.