HS Code 1213
Cereal Straw and Husks
HS code 1213 covers unprocessed cereal straw and husks, including chopped or pelletised forms, primarily used for animal bedding and roughage in livestock feed.
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HS Code 1213 — Cereal Straw and Husks
Unprocessed cereal straw and husks from wheat, oats, or barley. These materials are primarily used as bedding for livestock, low-grade animal feed, or as raw material for paper and building boards.
What's included
- Wheat straw
- Barley husks
- Oat straw
- Pelletised cereal straw
- Chopped or ground raw straw
What's excluded
- Cleaned or dyed straw for plaiting → use
1401(Materials for plaiting or basketware are classified by their end-use in Chapter 14.)
Common examples
- Baled wheat straw
- Loose barley husks
- Pelletised oat husks for animal bedding
- Pressed cereal straw blocks
Frequently asked questions
Does this code cover straw for handicrafts?
No, straw that has been cleaned, bleached, or dyed for plaiting or ornamental use falls under HS code 1401.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Often requires heat treatment certification to prevent pest transmission.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: France, Australia, Canada
- Top importers: Japan, South Korea, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Covers raw, unprocessed agricultural straw leftovers, excluding those prepared for ornamental or industrial plaiting.
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