HS Code 100620
Husked (Brown) Rice
HS code 100620 serves for husked rice, which has undergone the first stage of milling to remove the outer husk while retaining the bran and germ layers.
HS Code 100620 — Husked (Brown) Rice
Husked rice, commonly known as brown rice, has had the outer husk removed but still possesses the nutrient-rich bran layer and germ. It is considered a whole grain and is often traded for further polishing or health-food retail.
What's included
- Brown rice
- Cargo rice
- Loonzain rice
What's excluded
- White rice → use
100630(White rice has been polished to remove the bran layer.) - Paddy rice → use
100610(Paddy rice still has its husk.)
Common examples
- Organic long grain brown rice
- Cargo rice for European milling
- Husked whole grain basmati
Frequently asked questions
What is 'cargo rice'?
Cargo rice is a commercial term for husked (brown) rice, so named because it was traditionally shipped in bulk to be polished at its destination.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Requires proof of variety for specialty rices like Basmati to qualify for specific quotas.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Thailand, India, Vietnam, Pakistan
- Top importers: European Union, United States, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Rice that has been de-husked but not yet polished; high nutritional value but shorter shelf life than white rice.
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