HS Code for Potato flakes

Potato flakes are classified under HS code 1105.20. Chapter 11 covers products of the milling industry, malt, starches, inulin, and wheat gluten. Heading 1105 is specifically designated for flour, meal, powder, flakes, granules, and pellets of potatoes. The subheading 1105.20 distinguishes flakes, granules, and pellets from the finer flour and meal found in 1105.10. Potato flakes are produced through a rigorous industrial process of washing, peeling, cooking, mashing, and drying potatoes on a drum drier. The resulting thin sheet of dried potato is then broken into small, lightweight flakes. This mechanical processing does not involve the addition of other ingredients or further cooking that would classify it as a prepared food under Chapter 20. The classification is governed by GRI 1 and 6, as the product description matches the subheading text exactly. These flakes are primarily used in the food industry for the production of instant mashed potatoes or as a primary ingredient in the manufacturing of fabricated potato chips and other snacks. The moisture content and physical structure are the primary factors that distinguish flakes from flour, though both fall under the same heading 1105.

Products Included

• Dehydrated potato flakes
• Potato granules
• Potato pellets used for snack manufacturing
• Instant mashed potato flakes (without additives)
• Dried potato aggregates

Common Misclassification

Potato flakes are often misclassified under 1105.10, which is reserved for potato flour and meal. The distinction lies in the texture and the manufacturing process; flakes are larger and produced via drum drying. Another common error is 2005.20, which covers potatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. If the flakes contain added milk powder, seasonings, or emulsifiers, they may be moved to Chapter 20 or 21.

FAQ

What is the HS code for potato flakes?

The HS code for potato flakes is 1105.20, which covers flakes, granules, and pellets of potatoes.

Are potato flakes the same as potato starch?

No, potato starch is classified under 1108.13. Flakes are made from the whole potato, while starch is an extracted carbohydrate.