HS Code 110900
Wheat Gluten and Vital Wheat Gluten
HS code 110900 covers wheat gluten, whether or not dried, primarily used as a high-protein additive in bakery products and plant-based meat substitutes.
HS Code 110900 — Wheat Gluten and Vital Wheat Gluten
Wheat gluten is the primary protein found in wheat, obtained by washing wheat flour dough to remove the starch. It is used in baking to improve dough strength and elasticity, and in the production of meat substitutes like seitan. It can be traded in either wet or dried (powdered) form.
What's included
- Vital wheat gluten
- Devitalised wheat gluten
- Wheat gluten meal
What's excluded
- Wheat starch → use
110811(The starch component removed during gluten production has its own code.)
Common examples
- 90% Protein Vital Wheat Gluten
- Dried Wheat Gluten Powder
- Wheat Gluten for Pet Food Manufacturers
- Bulk Organic Wheat Gluten
Frequently asked questions
Can wheat gluten be classified as animal feed?
While used in pet food, it remains under HS 110900 due to its specific identity as isolated gluten, rather than a generic feed residue.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: Free to 20% depending on trade deal
- Documentation: Requires Phytosanitary certificate and potentially a food safety declaration.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Australia, France
- Top importers: United States, Netherlands, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Essential for the baking and vegan food sectors; duty depends heavily on origin.
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