HS Code for Triticale

Triticale is classified under HS code 1008.60. Triticale is a hybrid cereal grain produced by crossing wheat (Triticum) and rye (Secale). In the Harmonized System, all cereals are classified in Chapter 10. While major grains like wheat, rye, barley, and oats have their own specific headings (1001 through 1004), triticale is placed under heading 1008, which covers "Buckwheat, millet and canary seeds; other cereals." Within this heading, the specific subheading 1008.60 was created to account for the increasing agricultural and trade importance of this hybrid. To be classified here, the triticale must be in the form of grain, whether or not intended for human consumption or animal feed. It must not be processed beyond basic cleaning or drying; once the grain is worked (e.g., flaked, pearled, or ground into flour), it moves to Chapter 11.

Products Included

• Raw triticale grain
• Triticale seeds for sowing
• Unprocessed triticale for animal feed
• Whole grain triticale

Common Misclassification

Triticale is often misclassified as wheat (1001) or rye (1002) due to its parentage. However, as a distinct hybrid, it must use its specific code 1008.60. Another common error is classifying triticale flour under this code; flour must be classified under 1102.90, as Chapter 10 only covers the raw grains.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Triticale?

The HS code for raw triticale grain is 1008.60.

Is triticale seed for sowing classified differently?

No, triticale intended for sowing is still classified under 1008.60, although some national tariffs may have specific statistical suffixes for seed-grade grain.