HS Code 100640
Broken Rice
HS code 100640 is designated for broken rice, consisting of grain fragments that have been separated during the milling or processing of whole rice.
HS Code 100640 — Broken Rice
Broken rice consists of rice fragments separated during the milling process. While it has the same nutritional value as whole grain rice, it is often sold at a lower price point for industrial use, animal feed, or as a food staple in certain regions.
What's included
- Brewers rice
- Rice screenings
- Small broken fragments
What's excluded
- Rice bran → use
230240(Bran is a byproduct of the milling process, not a broken grain fragment.) - Rice flour → use
110290(Finely ground broken rice is classified as flour.)
Common examples
- Brewers rice for beer production
- 100% broken white rice
- Rice fragments for pet food manufacturing
Frequently asked questions
What is 'brewers rice'?
It is a trade name for the smallest fragments of broken rice used by breweries as a carbohydrate source for fermentation.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 15%
- Documentation: Check for maximum moisture content requirements which vary by destination.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: India, Thailand, Vietnam
- Top importers: China, Senegal, Indonesia, Belgium
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Key takeaway
A cost-effective byproduct of rice milling used in brewing, food manufacturing, and animal nutrition.
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