HS Code 8437
Grain and Seed Processing Machinery
HS code 8437 covers industrial machinery for cleaning, sorting, or grading seed and grain, as well as milling machinery for the working of cereals.
4-digit Section XVIFCL
HS Code 8437 — Grain and Seed Processing Machinery
This code is for industrial machines that clean, sort, or grade seeds and grains. It also covers large-scale milling equipment used to turn dried vegetables or cereals into flour or meal.
What's included
- Aspirator separators
- Grain threshing machinery
- Flour mill machinery
- Sieve cleaners
What's excluded
- Farm-type grain cleaners → use
843360(Farm-scale harvesting/cleaning machinery is in 8433.)
Common examples
- Optical grain sorter
- Industrial wheat flour mill
- Seed cleaning machine
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover small farm equipment?
No, this heading specifically excludes farm-type machinery which is usually classified under 8433.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4.5%
- Documentation: Confirm if the machinery is for industrial or farm use to ensure correct 8433 vs 8437 split.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Switzerland, Turkey, China, Germany
- Top importers: Egypt, India, Nigeria
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Key takeaway
Exclusive to industrial milling and large-scale grain sorting/cleaning operations.
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