HS Code 121293
Sugar Cane for Consumption
HS code 121293 covers sugar cane as a plant product, fresh or dried, primarily used for sugar production or human consumption as a raw material.
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HS Code 121293 — Sugar Cane for Consumption
This code covers sugar cane in various forms like fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried. It refers to the raw stalks or pieces of the cane plant typically intended for juice extraction or direct consumption.
What's included
- Fresh sugar cane stalks
- Cut sugar cane pieces
- Frozen sugar cane for juice
What's excluded
- Cane sugar (refined or raw) → use
1701(The extracted sugar crystals are classified under Chapter 17.) - Bagasse (cane waste) → use
230320(The fibrous residue after juice extraction is considered waste/fodder.)
Common examples
- Fresh sugar cane stalks for retail markets
- Bulk raw sugar cane for processing mills
- Chilled sugar cane pieces for snack use
Frequently asked questions
Is bottled sugar cane juice under this code?
No, processed juice is classified in Chapter 20 or 22. This code is exclusively for the plant material itself.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: Variable by country (agricultural protections)
- Documentation: May be subject to strict invasive species controls and phytosanitary inspections.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Brazil, Thailand, India
- Top importers: China, United States, Nigeria
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Key takeaway
Raw sugar cane classification is separate from the sugar it produces, focusing on the botanical stalk itself.
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