Chapter 11 covers products of the milling industry, including milling products of wheat, meslin, rye, barley, oats, maize, rice and other cereals, as well as starch, inulin, gluten, etc. However, it does not include baked goods, pastries and other ready-to-eat products, nor does it include food preparations made from cereals subjected to further processing. Products of this chapter are usually in the form of powder, groats, pellets or flakes, and serve as basic raw materials for the food industry. Heading 1104 covers cereals worked by other methods (such as husked, rolled, flaked, pearled, sliced or kibbled), but not further prepared. It includes husked cereals, rolled or flaked cereals, cereal germ (whole, rolled, flaked or ground), and cereal groats and pellets. Note, however, that if cereal germ has been subjected to oil extraction or further processing, it may be classified under other headings. Code 110430 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '11' represent Chapter 11: Products of the milling industry. Digits 3-4 '04' represent heading 1104: Cereals worked by other methods (such as husked, rolled, flaked, pearled, sliced or kibbled). Digits 5-6 '30' represent subheading 110430: Cereal germ. This subheading is further subdivided; in HS 2017, 110430 refers only to cereal germ, without further subdivision by cereal type, but it should be noted that different cereal germs may be subject to different regulatory conditions. Cereal germ is a component of the cereal grain, usually obtained through milling or separation processes, without other deep processing. It belongs to Chapter 11 (products of the milling industry), rather than Chapter 10 (cereals, whole grains) or Chapter 19 (cereal preparations, such as oatmeal). Because the germ has been separated from the cereal and has undergone rolling, flaking or grinding, it meets the description of heading 1104, and is therefore classified under 110430.
Chapter
Chapter 11 covers products of the milling industry, including milling products of wheat, meslin, rye, barley, oats, maize, rice and other cereals, as well as starch, inulin, gluten, etc. However, it does not include baked goods, pastries and other ready-to-eat products, nor does it include food preparations made from cereals subjected to further processing. Products of this chapter are usually in the form of powder, groats, pellets or flakes, and serve as basic raw materials for the food industry.
Heading
Heading 1104 covers cereals worked by other methods (such as husked, rolled, flaked, pearled, sliced or kibbled), but not further prepared. It includes husked cereals, rolled or flaked cereals, cereal germ (whole, rolled, flaked or ground), and cereal groats and pellets. Note, however, that if cereal germ has been subjected to oil extraction or further processing, it may be classified under other headings.
Digit Breakdown
Code 110430 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '11' represent Chapter 11: Products of the milling industry. Digits 3-4 '04' represent heading 1104: Cereals worked by other methods (such as husked, rolled, flaked, pearled, sliced or kibbled). Digits 5-6 '30' represent subheading 110430: Cereal germ. This subheading is further subdivided; in HS 2017, 110430 refers only to cereal germ, without further subdivision by cereal type, but it should be noted that different cereal germs may be subject to different regulatory conditions.
Classification Basis
Cereal germ is a component of the cereal grain, usually obtained through milling or separation processes, without other deep processing. It belongs to Chapter 11 (products of the milling industry), rather than Chapter 10 (cereals, whole grains) or Chapter 19 (cereal preparations, such as oatmeal). Because the germ has been separated from the cereal and has undergone rolling, flaking or grinding, it meets the description of heading 1104, and is therefore classified under 110430.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'maize germ', 'wheat germ', etc., which must be consistent with the actual goods. Processing method: Describe the processing state of the germ, such as 'whole', 'rolled', 'flaked', 'ground', etc. Whether further processed: Confirm whether the germ has undergone deep processing such as oil extraction, puffing, baking, etc. Composition content: Main components and content, such as protein, fat, moisture, etc., used to confirm that it has not been deeply processed. Packaging specifications: Packaging method and specifications, such as '25 kg/bag', 'bulk', etc. Brand: If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if there is no brand, declare 'none'. Use: Main use, such as 'food raw material', 'feed use', etc. Product name: maize germ; Processing method: rolled and flaked; Whether further processed: No; Composition content: protein 12%, fat 20%, moisture 10%; Packaging specifications: 25 kg/bag; Brand: None; Use: food raw material. Mistakenly classifying germ from which oil has been extracted under 110430, when it should actually be classified under headings such as 2306. Failing to specify the processing method, leading to classification disputes. Confusing cereal germ with cereal fine flour, the latter being classified under 1102.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'maize germ', 'wheat germ', etc., which must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring it generically as 'cereal germ' without specifying the specific cereal type.
Processing method
Describe the processing state of the germ, such as 'whole', 'rolled', 'flaked', 'ground', etc.
⚠️ Failing to specify the processing method, or incorrectly declaring it as 'unprocessed'.
Whether further processed
Confirm whether the germ has undergone deep processing such as oil extraction, puffing, baking, etc.
⚠️ Still declaring germ from which oil has been extracted under 110430.
Composition content
Main components and content, such as protein, fat, moisture, etc., used to confirm that it has not been deeply processed.
⚠️ Only filling in '100% germ' without providing specific indicators.
Packaging specifications
Packaging method and specifications, such as '25 kg/bag', 'bulk', etc.
⚠️ Failing to specify packaging, or it is inconsistent with the actual goods.
Brand
If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if there is no brand, declare 'none'.
⚠️ Omitting brand information, or the brand is inconsistent with the actual goods.
Use
Main use, such as 'food raw material', 'feed use', etc.
⚠️ The declared use is unclear, such as only writing 'processing'.
Example： Product name: maize germ; Processing method: rolled and flaked; Whether further processed: No; Composition content: protein 12%, fat 20%, moisture 10%; Packaging specifications: 25 kg/bag; Brand: None; Use: food raw material.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying germ from which oil has been extracted under 110430, when it should actually be classified under headings such as 2306.
Failing to specify the processing method, leading to classification disputes.
Confusing cereal germ with cereal fine flour, the latter being classified under 1102.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: whether the commodity is cereal germ and has undergone rolling, flaking, grinding or similar processing, but not further deep processing. Reference should be made to the Explanatory Notes to heading 1104 and relevant classification decisions of the General Administration of Customs. If the germ has been subjected to oil extraction, it is classified under Chapter 23; if the germ is mixed with other ingredients to make food, it is classified under Chapter 19. 110311 Wheat groats and meal: 110311 is wheat groats and meal, a cereal milling product, whereas 110430 is cereal germ, the germ portion separated from the cereal. 110412 Rolled or flaked barley: 110412 is rolled or flaked barley, whole cereal grains that have been rolled, whereas 110430 is cereal germ, the separated germ. 230610 Residues from oil extraction of maize germ: 230610 is oil cake after oil extraction, whereas 110430 is germ from which oil has not been extracted. 190410 Puffed or roasted cereal foods: 190410 is ready-to-eat cereal food, whereas 110430 is non-ready-to-eat germ raw material. Is it confirmed that the commodity is cereal germ? Has it been rolled, flaked or ground? Has oil not been extracted or deep processing not been carried out? Is it used as food or feed raw material? Is it distinguished from cereal fine flour?
Basis
Core basis for classification: whether the commodity is cereal germ and has undergone rolling, flaking, grinding or similar processing, but not further deep processing. Reference should be made to the Explanatory Notes to heading 1104 and relevant classification decisions of the General Administration of Customs. If the germ has been subjected to oil extraction, it is classified under Chapter 23; if the germ is mixed with other ingredients to make food, it is classified under Chapter 19.
Confused Codes：
110311 - Wheat groats and meal
110311 is wheat groats and meal, a cereal milling product, whereas 110430 is cereal germ, the germ portion separated from the cereal.
110412 - Rolled or flaked barley
110412 is rolled or flaked barley, whole cereal grains that have been rolled, whereas 110430 is cereal germ, the separated germ.
230610 - Residues from oil extraction of maize germ
230610 is oil cake after oil extraction, whereas 110430 is germ from which oil has not been extracted.
190410 - Puffed or roasted cereal foods
190410 is ready-to-eat cereal food, whereas 110430 is non-ready-to-eat germ raw material.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it confirmed that the commodity is cereal germ?
✓ Has it been rolled, flaked or ground?
✓ Has oil not been extracted or deep processing not been carried out?
✓ Is it used as food or feed raw material?
✓ Is it distinguished from cereal fine flour?
❓ FAQ
What is the HS code for cereal germ? The HS code for cereal germ is 110430. However, note that this code applies to cereal germ that has not been further processed, such as whole, rolled, flaked or ground. If it has undergone deep processing such as oil extraction, it may be classified under other codes. How to distinguish 110430 from 110311? 110430 is cereal germ, the germ portion of the cereal grain; 110311 is wheat groats and meal, the product obtained by milling whole wheat. The processing object and product form are different. What declaration elements are required for importing cereal germ? It is necessary to declare the product name, processing method, whether further processed, composition content, packaging specifications, brand, use, etc. The specific requirements shall be subject to customs requirements, and it is recommended to refer to the Catalog of Standard Declaration Elements for Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China. What is the tariff rate for cereal germ? Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and annual adjustments. It is recommended to consult the latest Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or check through the website of the General Administration of Customs. Can cereal germ be classified under 1104? Yes, but only for cereal germ that has been rolled, flaked, ground or similarly processed. If the germ has not been processed and is still attached to the cereal, it is classified under Chapter 10. How is cereal germ classified after oil extraction? Residues of cereal germ after oil extraction are usually classified under 2306 (oil cake) or 2309 (feed use), depending on the use and composition. What are the inspection and quarantine requirements for cereal germ? Imported cereal germ must comply with China's plant quarantine requirements, may require an official phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country, and require an import animal and plant quarantine permit. Please consult customs for details. What should be noted when selling cereal germ through cross-border e-commerce? It is necessary to ensure that the commodity complies with China's food safety standards and to correctly declare the HS code. If it is prepackaged food, Chinese labels are also required. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker.
Q: What is the HS code for cereal germ?
A: The HS code for cereal germ is 110430. However, note that this code applies to cereal germ that has not been further processed, such as whole, rolled, flaked or ground. If it has undergone deep processing such as oil extraction, it may be classified under other codes.
Q: How to distinguish 110430 from 110311?
A: 110430 is cereal germ, the germ portion of the cereal grain; 110311 is wheat groats and meal, the product obtained by milling whole wheat. The processing object and product form are different.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing cereal germ?
A: It is necessary to declare the product name, processing method, whether further processed, composition content, packaging specifications, brand, use, etc. The specific requirements shall be subject to customs requirements, and it is recommended to refer to the Catalog of Standard Declaration Elements for Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China.
Q: What is the tariff rate for cereal germ?
A: Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and annual adjustments. It is recommended to consult the latest Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or check through the website of the General Administration of Customs.
Q: Can cereal germ be classified under 1104?
A: Yes, but only for cereal germ that has been rolled, flaked, ground or similarly processed. If the germ has not been processed and is still attached to the cereal, it is classified under Chapter 10.
Q: How is cereal germ classified after oil extraction?
A: Residues of cereal germ after oil extraction are usually classified under 2306 (oil cake) or 2309 (feed use), depending on the use and composition.
Q: What are the inspection and quarantine requirements for cereal germ?
A: Imported cereal germ must comply with China's plant quarantine requirements, may require an official phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country, and require an import animal and plant quarantine permit. Please consult customs for details.
Q: What should be noted when selling cereal germ through cross-border e-commerce?
A: It is necessary to ensure that the commodity complies with China's food safety standards and to correctly declare the HS code. If it is prepackaged food, Chinese labels are also required. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker.
⚠️ 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.