What is the HS code for wheat starch?
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HS-4 · Heading
1108 — Starches; inulin
Chapter 11: Products of milling industry
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1108 when importing or exporting starches and inulin, such as a shipment of wheat starch in 25kg bags. This heading covers various types of starches derived from different sources, including wheat, maize, potato, and manioc.
To differentiate between the HS-6 lines, consider the source of the starch. For example, if your product is derived from corn, you would classify it under HS-6 110812 for maize starch. Similarly, if it’s made from potatoes, use HS-6 110813.
The line for manioc starch, HS-6 110814, is specific to starch derived from cassava. If your product doesn’t fit into the specified categories of wheat, maize, potato, or manioc, you may need to use HS-6 110819, which covers other starches not elsewhere classified.
Inulin, a type of soluble fiber often derived from chicory roots, falls under HS-6 110820. If your shipment includes inulin, ensure you select this code to avoid misclassification.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
starch classification · wheat starch import · maize starch export · potato starch HS code · manioc starch tariff · inulin shipping · starch product codes · starch customs classification · food industry starch · cassava starch import
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Wheat starch in 25kg bags
- Maize starch in bulk containers
- Potato starch in 50lb sacks
- Manioc starch in 1-ton pallets
- Inulin powder in 5kg packs
- Mixed starches not classified elsewhere
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify maize starch for import?
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Is potato starch subject to tariffs?
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What is the difference between starch types in HS-4 1108?
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How do I classify inulin for customs?
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What are the requirements for importing starches?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify starches under HS-4 1108
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importing wheat starch in bulk
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exporting maize starch to Europe
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customs codes for potato starch
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understanding manioc starch classifications
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inulin shipping regulations and codes
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starch products not elsewhere classified
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best practices for starch import documentation
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of starch are covered under HS-4 1108?
- HS-4 1108 covers wheat, maize, potato, manioc starches, and inulin.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my starch?
- Identify the source of your starch: wheat (110811), maize (110812), potato (110813), manioc (110814), or other (110819).
- Is inulin classified under the same heading as starch?
- Yes, inulin is classified under HS-6 110820, which is part of the broader HS-4 1108 heading.
- What should I do if my starch doesn't fit the specified categories?
- Use HS-6 110819 for starches not classified under the other specific lines.
- Are there any special import regulations for starch products?
- Check with your local customs authority for any specific regulations or tariffs that may apply to starch imports.
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