HS Code for Potato pellets

Potato pellets are classified under HS code 1105.20, which covers flakes, granules, and pellets made from potatoes. This classification is part of Chapter 11, which deals with products of the milling industry. The distinction between 1105.10 (flour, meal, and powder) and 1105.20 (flakes, granules, and pellets) is based on the physical form and the degree of processing of the potato product. Pellets are typically produced by cooking and mashing potatoes, which are then dehydrated and formed into small, dense shapes. These are often used as intermediate products in the snack food industry. The classification follows the specific language of heading 1105, which explicitly mentions 'pellets' in its second subheading, ensuring that these agglomerated forms are separated from the finer milled powders.

Products Included

• Dehydrated potato pellets
• Agglomerated potato granules
• Potato pellets for snack manufacturing
• Extruded potato pellets

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification for potato pellets is HS code 1905.90, which covers prepared snack foods like potato chips or crisps. However, 1105.20 is intended for the raw material or intermediate product that requires further processing (such as frying or puffing) before consumption. Another frequent error is using HS code 2004.10, which applies to potatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen. If the pellets are shelf-stable and dehydrated, they belong in Chapter 11 rather than Chapter 20.

FAQ

What is the HS code for potato pellets?

Potato pellets are classified under HS code 1105.20.

Are potato pellets classified differently if they are flavored?

Yes, if potato pellets are seasoned or flavored to the point of being a finished snack, they may be reclassified under Chapter 19, specifically 1905.90.