HS Code 1005
Maize (Corn) Grain
HS code 1005 covers maize (corn) in grain form, excluding sweet corn, and is a key commodity for the global food, feed, and biofuel industries.
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HS Code 1005 — Maize (Corn) Grain
Maize, or corn, is a staple cereal grain used for human consumption, livestock feed, and industrial purposes like ethanol production. It is traded globally in massive volumes under this heading.
What's included
- Yellow corn
- White maize
- Seed corn
- Popcorn grain (unpopped)
What's excluded
- Sweet corn → use
0710(Sweet corn is considered a vegetable.) - Corn flour → use
1102(Milled maize products fall under Chapter 11.)
Common examples
- No. 2 yellow dent corn
- White flint corn
- Hybrid seed maize
- Dried popcorn kernels
Frequently asked questions
Does 1005 include popcorn?
Yes, dried popcorn kernels are classified as maize under 1005.90.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 40%
- Documentation: Many countries require Non-GMO certification or specific labels if the corn is genetically modified.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: United States, Brazil, Argentina, Ukraine
- Top importers: China, Japan, Mexico, South Korea
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Key takeaway
Classification depends on distinguishing between field corn (1005) and sweet corn (Chapter 7).
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