Product classification
HS code for Paddy rice: 1006.10
Cereals, rice in the husk (paddy or rough).
Classification of paddy rice under HS 1006.10
Paddy rice, also known as rough rice or rice in the husk, is classified under HS code 100610. Chapter 10 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to cereals, and heading 1006 specifically covers rice. The classification of rice is divided based on the level of processing it has undergone. Subheading 100610 refers to rice that still possesses its tight-fitting hull (the husk) after threshing. This is the most basic form of harvested rice. To be classified here, the grain must not have been subjected to any de-husking or milling processes. This code is essential for international trade as many countries apply different tariff rates to paddy rice compared to processed rice to protect local milling industries. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the terms of the heading and subheadings specifically name "rice in the husk (paddy or rough)."
- Covers
- Rough rice (unprocessed after harvest)
- Paddy rice intended for human consumption
- Seed rice in the husk (unless specifically excluded by local notes)
- Green paddy rice
- Dried paddy rice
- Also under 1006.10
- IRRI (International Rice Research Institute) varieties of paddy
- various local farmer-produced paddy rice
Codes often confused with 1006.10
Common mistake. Paddy rice is most frequently misclassified with HS code 100620, which covers husked (brown) rice. The difference is the presence of the husk; once the husk is removed, even if the bran layer remains, it moves to 100620. It is also sometimes confused with 100630, which covers semi-milled or wholly milled rice (white rice). Another potential error is classification under 100890 (other cereals) or 120991 (vegetable seeds), but since rice is explicitly named in 1006, those headings are incorrect. Importers must ensure the husk is intact to qualify for 100610.
Top exporters and importers of HS 100610 (the code used for paddy rice), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 100610 (the code used for paddy rice) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nepal, with about 16% of world imports. Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($1.4B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its imports here ($1.4B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 100610, not only paddy rice.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $303M 26% of world exports
- 2 India $203M 18% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $191M 17% of world exports
Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($1.4B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Nepal* ~$154M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Philippines $118M 12% of world imports
- 3 Venezuela* ~$78M 7.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its imports here ($1.4B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $992M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for paddy rice
Brazil splits HS 1006.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1006.10.10Paddy rice for sowing
- 1006.10.91Paddy rice, parboiled
- 1006.10.92Paddy rice, not parboiled
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about paddy rice
What is the HS code for Paddy rice?
The HS code for Paddy rice is 100610 (Cereals; rice in the husk (paddy or rough)). The HS code for paddy rice (rice in the husk) is 100610.
How do I classify Paddy rice for customs?
Paddy rice is classified under HS code 100610 — Cereals; rice in the husk (paddy or rough). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is seed rice classified differently?
In the international Harmonized System, seed rice is generally classified under 100610; however, some countries may have specific national subheadings for certified seed rice to allow for duty-free entry.
Which countries are the top exporters of paddy rice (HS 100610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 100610 (the code used for paddy rice) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($303M, 26% of world exports), India ($203M) and Brazil ($191M). World exports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($1.4B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of paddy rice (HS 100610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 100610 (the code used for paddy rice) in UN Comtrade data were Nepal (about $154M, 16% of world imports), the Philippines ($118M) and Venezuela (about $78M). World imports came to about $992M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its imports here ($1.4B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Paddy rice the same in all countries?
The base HS code 100610 for Paddy rice 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 paddy rice in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 100610 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for paddy rice depends on the product's details: 1006.10.10 (Paddy rice for sowing), 1006.10.91 (Paddy rice, parboiled), 1006.10.92 (Paddy rice, not parboiled).