Chapter 11 covers products of the milling industry, including cereal flours, starches, inulin, gluten, etc. This chapter mainly involves products made from cereals or other vegetable materials through milling, husking, crushing, and other processing, but does not include further processed foods. Products of this chapter are basic raw materials for the food industry and are widely used in baking, brewing, feed, and other fields. Heading 1104 covers cereals otherwise worked (e.g., husked, milled, flaked, pearled, etc.), but not further processed. Specifically, it includes husked cereals, milled cereals, cereal flakes, cereal grains, etc. These products are usually used for further processing or direct consumption, but attention must be paid to the distinction from unprocessed cereals of Chapter 10. The first 2 digits 11 indicate Chapter 11 (Products of the milling industry). Digits 3-4, 04, indicate heading 1104, namely cereals otherwise worked. Digits 5-6, 29, indicate subheading 1104.29, namely other cereals husked. Specifically, 1104.29 includes husked products of cereals other than specified cereals such as oats, maize, rice, wheat, etc., such as barley, rye, sorghum, etc. Products under this subheading have only been husked and have not undergone further milling or processing. This commodity is other cereals, husked, belonging to worked cereals, but not further milled or flaked. Therefore, it is classified under 1104.29, rather than 1104.19 (oats, husked) or 1104.23 (maize, husked). At the same time, because it has been husked, it does not belong to unprocessed cereals of Chapter 10.
Chapter
Chapter 11 covers products of the milling industry, including cereal flours, starches, inulin, gluten, etc. This chapter mainly involves products made from cereals or other vegetable materials through milling, husking, crushing, and other processing, but does not include further processed foods. Products of this chapter are basic raw materials for the food industry and are widely used in baking, brewing, feed, and other fields.
Heading
Heading 1104 covers cereals otherwise worked (e.g., husked, milled, flaked, pearled, etc.), but not further processed. Specifically, it includes husked cereals, milled cereals, cereal flakes, cereal grains, etc. These products are usually used for further processing or direct consumption, but attention must be paid to the distinction from unprocessed cereals of Chapter 10.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 11 indicate Chapter 11 (Products of the milling industry). Digits 3-4, 04, indicate heading 1104, namely cereals otherwise worked. Digits 5-6, 29, indicate subheading 1104.29, namely other cereals husked. Specifically, 1104.29 includes husked products of cereals other than specified cereals such as oats, maize, rice, wheat, etc., such as barley, rye, sorghum, etc. Products under this subheading have only been husked and have not undergone further milling or processing.
Classification Basis
This commodity is other cereals, husked, belonging to worked cereals, but not further milled or flaked. Therefore, it is classified under 1104.29, rather than 1104.19 (oats, husked) or 1104.23 (maize, husked). At the same time, because it has been husked, it does not belong to unprocessed cereals of Chapter 10.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "husked barley," "husked rye," etc., which must be consistent with the actual goods. Type: Indicate the specific type of cereal, such as barley, rye, sorghum, millet, etc., which must be within the scope of 1104.29. Processing method: State that only husking has been carried out, without milling, flaking, or other processing. State: Declare whether the cereal is whole grain, broken, or in another state; after husking it is usually whole grain. Use: State the use, such as food, brewing, feed, etc., which helps confirm classification. Brand: If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if there is no brand, "none" may be declared. Packaging specifications: Declare the packaging method and specifications, such as bagged, bulk, weight per package, etc. Product name: husked barley; Type: barley; Processing method: husked, not milled; State: whole grain; Use: food; Brand: none; Packaging specifications: 25 kg/bag, 1000 bags in total. Incorrectly classifying cereals that have been milled after husking under 1104.29; they should actually be classified under 1103 or other subheadings of 1104. Mistakenly declaring husked specified cereals such as oats and maize as other cereals, resulting in an incorrect subheading. Ignoring the declaration of the processing method and failing to clarify that it is only husked, which may lead to it being mistaken for unprocessed cereals.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "husked barley," "husked rye," etc., which must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring only "cereals" or "husked cereals" without specifying the specific variety.
Type
Indicate the specific type of cereal, such as barley, rye, sorghum, millet, etc., which must be within the scope of 1104.29.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring specified varieties such as oats and maize as other cereals.
Processing method
State that only husking has been carried out, without milling, flaking, or other processing.
⚠️ Describing it as "husked and milled," resulting in incorrect classification.
State
Declare whether the cereal is whole grain, broken, or in another state; after husking it is usually whole grain.
⚠️ Declaring broken cereals as whole grain, affecting classification.
Use
State the use, such as food, brewing, feed, etc., which helps confirm classification.
⚠️ Vague description of use, such as "industrial use," without specific explanation.
Brand
If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if there is no brand, "none" may be declared.
⚠️ Ignoring brand declaration, resulting in omission.
Packaging specifications
Declare the packaging method and specifications, such as bagged, bulk, weight per package, etc.
⚠️ Incomplete packaging specifications, such as writing only "bagged" without weight.
Incorrectly classifying cereals that have been milled after husking under 1104.29; they should actually be classified under 1103 or other subheadings of 1104.
Mistakenly declaring husked specified cereals such as oats and maize as other cereals, resulting in an incorrect subheading.
Ignoring the declaration of the processing method and failing to clarify that it is only husked, which may lead to it being mistaken for unprocessed cereals.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are: whether the cereal type is a cereal other than specified varieties such as oats, maize, rice, wheat, etc.; whether the processing method is only husking, without further processing such as milling, flaking, pearling, etc.; and whether the product state is whole grain. At the same time, reference must be made to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes to ensure conformity with the description of 1104.29. 1104.19 Oats, husked: Husked oats are specifically listed under 1104.19, while 1104.29 is other cereals, husked; the cereal types are different. 1104.23 Maize, husked: Husked maize is classified under 1104.23; if declared as other cereals, husked, it is incorrect. 1103.19 Other cereals, milled: 1103.19 is milled cereals, while 1104.29 is only husked, not milled. 1003.90 Barley (unprocessed): 1003.90 is unprocessed barley; husked barley should be classified under 1104.29. Is the cereal type not oats, maize, rice, or wheat? Is the processing method only husking, without milling or flaking? Is the product state whole grain? Has it been husked, rather than being unprocessed cereals? Has it not been further processed into food?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are: whether the cereal type is a cereal other than specified varieties such as oats, maize, rice, wheat, etc.; whether the processing method is only husking, without further processing such as milling, flaking, pearling, etc.; and whether the product state is whole grain. At the same time, reference must be made to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes to ensure conformity with the description of 1104.29.
Confused Codes：
1104.19 - Oats, husked
Husked oats are specifically listed under 1104.19, while 1104.29 is other cereals, husked; the cereal types are different.
1104.23 - Maize, husked
Husked maize is classified under 1104.23; if declared as other cereals, husked, it is incorrect.
1103.19 - Other cereals, milled
1103.19 is milled cereals, while 1104.29 is only husked, not milled.
1003.90 - Barley (unprocessed)
1003.90 is unprocessed barley; husked barley should be classified under 1104.29.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the cereal type not oats, maize, rice, or wheat?
✓ Is the processing method only husking, without milling or flaking?
✓ Is the product state whole grain?
✓ Has it been husked, rather than being unprocessed cereals?
✓ Has it not been further processed into food?
❓ FAQ
How can I check the tax rate for HS code 110429? The tax rate must be checked according to the latest Import and Export Tariff, through the General Administration of Customs website or professional databases. Enter HS code 110429 to view import tariffs, value-added tax, etc. Note that tax rates may change due to country and trade agreements; the latest official publication should prevail. What is the difference between the HS codes for husked barley and husked oats? Husked barley is classified under 1104.29 (other cereals, husked), while husked oats are classified under 1104.19 (oats, husked). The processing method is the same, but the cereal type is different, resulting in different subheadings. Accurate distinction is required when declaring. If cereals are milled after husking, which code should they be classified under? If they are milled after husking, they do not belong to 1104.29 and should be classified under 1103 (cereal milling products). For example, husked barley milled into flour is classified under 1103.19. Judgment should be based on the degree of processing. Does 110429 include husked sorghum? Yes. Sorghum is not among the specified varieties such as oats, maize, rice, and wheat, so husked sorghum is classified under 1104.29. However, it must be ensured that it is only husked and not further processed. What special documents are required when declaring 110429? Basic documents such as contract, invoice, packing list, and bill of lading are usually required. If quarantine is involved, a phytosanitary certificate is required. Depending on customs requirements, a certificate of origin, etc., may also be required. How are 110429 and 110319 distinguished? 110429 is husked cereals, not milled; 110319 is milled cereals. The key difference lies in the processing method: husking only removes the outer shell, while milling crushes or grinds into flour. The processing technique must be clarified when declaring. How should cross-border e-commerce sales of husked cereals be correctly declared? The HS code must be determined according to the actual commodity. If it is husked other cereals, it is classified under 110429. When declaring, elements such as product name, type, and processing method must be provided. Note that cross-border e-commerce may be subject to different regulatory methods; it is advisable to consult a professional customs broker. What are the common classification errors for goods under 110429 when imported? Common errors include: mistakenly declaring husked oats, maize, etc., as other cereals; mistakenly declaring milled cereals as husked; and mistakenly declaring unprocessed cereals as husked. The processing state and cereal type must be carefully checked.
Q: How can I check the tax rate for HS code 110429?
A: The tax rate must be checked according to the latest Import and Export Tariff, through the General Administration of Customs website or professional databases. Enter HS code 110429 to view import tariffs, value-added tax, etc. Note that tax rates may change due to country and trade agreements; the latest official publication should prevail.
Q: What is the difference between the HS codes for husked barley and husked oats?
A: Husked barley is classified under 1104.29 (other cereals, husked), while husked oats are classified under 1104.19 (oats, husked). The processing method is the same, but the cereal type is different, resulting in different subheadings. Accurate distinction is required when declaring.
Q: If cereals are milled after husking, which code should they be classified under?
A: If they are milled after husking, they do not belong to 1104.29 and should be classified under 1103 (cereal milling products). For example, husked barley milled into flour is classified under 1103.19. Judgment should be based on the degree of processing.
Q: Does 110429 include husked sorghum?
A: Yes. Sorghum is not among the specified varieties such as oats, maize, rice, and wheat, so husked sorghum is classified under 1104.29. However, it must be ensured that it is only husked and not further processed.
Q: What special documents are required when declaring 110429?
A: Basic documents such as contract, invoice, packing list, and bill of lading are usually required. If quarantine is involved, a phytosanitary certificate is required. Depending on customs requirements, a certificate of origin, etc., may also be required.
Q: How are 110429 and 110319 distinguished?
A: 110429 is husked cereals, not milled; 110319 is milled cereals. The key difference lies in the processing method: husking only removes the outer shell, while milling crushes or grinds into flour. The processing technique must be clarified when declaring.
Q: How should cross-border e-commerce sales of husked cereals be correctly declared?
A: The HS code must be determined according to the actual commodity. If it is husked other cereals, it is classified under 110429. When declaring, elements such as product name, type, and processing method must be provided. Note that cross-border e-commerce may be subject to different regulatory methods; it is advisable to consult a professional customs broker.
Q: What are the common classification errors for goods under 110429 when imported?
A: Common errors include: mistakenly declaring husked oats, maize, etc., as other cereals; mistakenly declaring milled cereals as husked; and mistakenly declaring unprocessed cereals as husked. The processing state and cereal type must be carefully checked.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.