Product classification
HS code for Wheat groats: 1103.11
Cereal groats and meal, of wheat.
Classification of wheat groats under HS 1103.11
Wheat groats are classified under HS code 1103.11 because they represent a specific stage of cereal processing defined in Chapter 11 of the Harmonized System. This chapter encompasses products of the milling industry, and heading 1103 is specifically dedicated to cereal groats, meal, and pellets. Groats are obtained by the fragmentation of cereal grains; in the case of wheat, this involves removing the outer husk and breaking the kernel into smaller, coarse pieces. Unlike flour, which is finely ground to a specific mesh size, groats retain a significant portion of the grain's cellular structure and are much coarser. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) dictate that products are classified based on their objective characteristics at the time of import. Since these items are processed beyond simple cleaning or pearling but have not reached the level of fine flour or prepared food, 1103.11 is the most specific and appropriate classification for wheat-based groats. This code is essential for distinguishing between raw grains and semi-processed milling products used in food production.
- Covers
- Cracked wheat kernels
- Coarse wheat meal
- Semolina (when classified as groats)
- Hulled and fragmented wheat grains
- Farina (non-prepared)
- Also under 1103.11
- Cream of Wheat
- Bob's Red Mill Bulgur Wheat
- Durum Semolina Flour
- Hodgson Mill Wheat Farina
Codes often confused with 1103.11
Common mistake. Wheat groats are frequently confused with wheat flour, which falls under HS code 1101.00. The distinction lies in the particle size; flour must pass through a finer sieve as defined by Chapter 11 supplementary notes. Another common error is classifying them under 1904.10 if they have been pre-cooked or toasted, as Chapter 19 covers prepared cereal foods. Additionally, if the wheat is merely worked but not fragmented, it might be incorrectly placed in 1104.29.
Top exporters and importers of HS 110311 (the code used for wheat groats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 110311 (the code used for wheat groats) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 11% 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 110311, not only wheat groats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $105M 23% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $49M 11% of world exports
- 3 Spain $47M 10% of world exports
World total: $459M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $55M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $36M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Côte d'Ivoire $36M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $485M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 groats
Brazil classifies wheat groats under NCM 1103.11.00: HS 1103.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wheat groats
What is the HS code for Wheat groats?
The HS code for Wheat groats is 110311 (Cereal groats and meal; of wheat). The primary HS code for wheat groats is 1103.11, which specifically covers cereal groats and meal made of wheat.
How do I classify Wheat groats for customs?
Wheat groats is classified under HS code 110311 — Cereal groats and meal; of wheat. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do groats differ from wheat pellets?
While both are in heading 1103, pellets (1103.20) are products that have been reconstituted or bound with a small amount of binder, whereas groats are simply fragmented grains.
Which countries are the top exporters of wheat groats (HS 110311)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 110311 (the code used for wheat groats) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($105M, 23% of world exports), Türkiye ($49M) and Spain ($47M). World exports came to about $459M, 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 wheat groats (HS 110311)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 110311 (the code used for wheat groats) in UN Comtrade data were France ($55M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($36M) and Côte d'Ivoire ($36M). World imports came to about $485M, 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 groats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 110311 for Wheat groats 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 groats in Brazil?
In Brazil, wheat groats (HS 110311) is classified under NCM 1103.11.00.