Product classification
HS code for Wheat germ: 1104.30
Cereal, germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground.
Classification of wheat germ under HS 1104.30
Wheat germ is classified under HS code 1104.30. This code is part of heading 1104, which covers cereal grains otherwise worked (for example, hulled, rolled, flaked, pearled, sliced, or kibbled), but specifically identifies the "germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground." The germ is the embryo of the wheat kernel, which is separated during the milling process. For classification under 1104.30, the product must consist primarily of this nutrient-rich part of the grain. It can be imported in various forms, including the whole embryo or after it has been processed into flakes or a ground meal. The classification is distinct from the flour (1101.00) or the bran (2302), as it represents a specific anatomical part of the cereal grain with unique oil and protein profiles. The germ is often sought after for its nutritional value and is used in health foods or as a source for wheat germ oil extraction. However, once the oil is extracted, the remaining residue may be classified elsewhere. The key to 1104.30 is that the germ remains the primary component and has not been subjected to further preparation that would classify it as a food preparation under Chapter 19.
- Covers
- Whole wheat germ
- Rolled wheat germ flakes
- Ground wheat germ meal
- Cereal germ of other grains
- Also under 1104.30
- Kretschmer Wheat Germ
- Bob's Red Mill Wheat Germ
- Hodgson Mill Wheat Germ
- Nature's Path Organic Wheat Germ
Codes often confused with 1104.30
Common mistake. Wheat germ is sometimes misclassified under HS code 2302.30, which covers wheat bran, sharps, and other residues. While both are by-products of milling, the germ is the embryo, whereas bran is the outer casing. It is also confused with 1515.90 if it is processed into wheat germ oil.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110430 (the code used for wheat germ), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110430 (the code used for wheat germ) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 44% of world imports. Austria reports $214M of its chapter 11 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 110430, not only wheat germ.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$33M 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 France $20M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Austria $20M 9.0% of world exports
Austria reports $214M of its chapter 11 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $226M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Türkiye $91M 44% of world imports
- 2 Italy $29M 14% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $17M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $205M 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 wheat germ
Brazil classifies wheat germ under NCM 1104.30.00: HS 1104.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wheat germ
What is the HS code for Wheat germ?
The HS code for Wheat germ is 110430 (Cereal; germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground). The HS code for the germ of cereals, including wheat germ, whether whole, rolled, flaked, or ground, is 1104.30.
How do I classify Wheat germ for customs?
Wheat germ is classified under HS code 110430 — Cereal; germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is wheat germ considered a flour?
No, wheat germ is the embryo of the grain and is classified under 1104.30, whereas wheat flour (the ground endosperm) is classified under 1101.00.
Which countries are the top exporters of wheat germ (HS 110430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110430 (the code used for wheat germ) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $33M, 14% of world exports), France ($20M) and Austria ($20M). World exports came to about $226M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $214M of its chapter 11 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of wheat germ (HS 110430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110430 (the code used for wheat germ) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($91M, 44% of world imports), Italy ($29M) and Belgium ($17M). World imports came to about $205M, 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 Wheat germ the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110430 for Wheat germ 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 wheat germ in Brazil?
In Brazil, wheat germ (HS 110430) is classified under NCM 1104.30.00.