HS Chapter 11 — Products of milling

Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14

HS Chapter

11

Chapter number

Section

II

Section name

Typical duty

varies

By subheading & market

HS headings

3

4-digit headings

What Chapter 11 covers

Flours, malt, starches, gluten and cereal groats/meals derived from milling cereals.

Common HS headings in Chapter 11

  • 1101 Wheat flour
  • 1102 Cereal flours
  • 1901 Malt extract

Classification notes

Source grain and end product (flour vs starch vs malt) determine the heading.

Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 11

What Chapter 11 covers

Flours, malt, starches, gluten and cereal groats/meals derived from milling cereals.

Which products are classified under HS Chapter 11?

Common HS headings in Chapter 11 include: 1101 Wheat flour; 1102 Cereal flours; 1901 Malt extract.

How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 11 goods?

Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.

What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 11 products?

Source grain and end product (flour vs starch vs malt) determine the heading.

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