Product classification
HS code for Sago flour: 1106.20
Flour, meal and powder, of sago or of roots or tubers of heading no. 0714.
Classification of sago flour under HS 1106.20
Sago flour is classified under HS code 1106.20 because it is a product of the milling industry derived from the pith of the sago palm or from various roots and tubers. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products obtained by milling or otherwise processing the roots, tubers, or sago pith into a fine powder or meal are categorized within Chapter 11. Specifically, heading 1106 covers flour, meal, and powder of the dried leguminous vegetables of heading 0713, of sago, or of roots or tubers of heading 0714. Since sago flour is produced by extracting starch from the Metroxylon sagu palm and processing it into a flour-like consistency, it fits the technical criteria for this subheading. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the flour is intended for human consumption, industrial use, or as a thickening agent in food processing, provided it has not been further prepared into a finished food product.
- Covers
- Sago palm flour
- Sago meal
- Powdered sago pith
- Flour derived from sago starch
- Milled sago for culinary use
- Also under 1106.20
- Bob's Red Mill Tapioca Flour
- Otto's Naturals Cassava Flour
- Anthony's Organic Arrowroot Powder
- Thai Taste Tapioca Starch
Codes often confused with 1106.20
Common mistake. Sago flour is frequently misclassified under HS code 1108.19, which covers other starches. While sago flour contains starch, heading 1106 is more specific for the flour and meal of sago. Another common error is using HS code 1903.00, which is reserved for tapioca and substitutes prepared from starch in the form of flakes, grains, pearls, or similar forms. If the sago has been processed into "pearls," it must be moved to 1903.00. Additionally, cereal-based flours fall under 1101 or 1102 and should not be confused with sago.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110620 (the code used for sago flour), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110620 (the code used for sago flour) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% 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 110620, not only sago flour.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $18M 17% of world exports
- 2 Peru* ~$13M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $11M 10% of world exports
World total: $110M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $31M 26% of world imports
- 2 Canada $14M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $8.7M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $120M 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 code for sago flour
Brazil classifies sago flour under NCM 1106.20.00: HS 1106.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sago flour
What is the HS code for Sago flour?
The HS code for Sago flour is 110620 (Flour, meal and powder; of sago or of roots or tubers of heading no. 0714). The primary HS code for sago flour is 1106.20, which covers flour, meal, and powder of sago or of roots or tubers of heading 0714.
How do I classify Sago flour for customs?
Sago flour is classified under HS code 110620 — Flour, meal and powder; of sago or of roots or tubers of heading no. 0714. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is sago starch classified differently than sago flour?
Yes, pure sago starch is often classified under 1108.19, whereas the flour or meal resulting from the milling process is classified under 1106.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of sago flour (HS 110620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110620 (the code used for sago flour) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($18M, 17% of world exports), Peru (about $13M) and the United States ($11M). World exports came to about $110M, 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 sago flour (HS 110620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110620 (the code used for sago flour) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($31M, 26% of world imports), Canada ($14M) and France ($8.7M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 Sago flour the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110620 for Sago flour 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 sago flour in Brazil?
In Brazil, sago flour (HS 110620) is classified under NCM 1106.20.00.