Basmati rice Hs Code

Basmati rice harmonized system code

Product Overview Basmati rice, classified under HS Code 100630, is a premium variety of long-grain aromatic rice primarily cultivated in the Indian subcontinent. It is characterized by its slender, elongated grains, distinct fragrance, and superior cooking qualities, including significant grain elongation upon cooking and non-sticky texture. This product undergoes thorough milling processes, typically including husking, polishing, and grading to ensure uniformity in size, moisture content (generally below 14%), and minimal broken grains (usually less than 5%). The HS Code 100630 encompasses subcategories such as basmati rice in husk (paddy), brown basmati rice (unpolished), and fully milled polished basmati rice, each varying in processing stage and commercial readiness. Basmati rice finds extensive application across food service sectors, retail markets, and food processing industries, valued for its sensory attributes and culinary versatility. Its market positioning leverages its geographical indication status and stringent quality controls, offering importers and distributors a product with consistent quality, traceability, and high consumer demand in international markets. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The complete HS Code for basmati rice is 100630, where “10” represents Chapter 10 for cereals, “06” denotes the heading for rice, and “30” specifies basmati rice as a distinct subheading under rice varieties. This classification reflects the unique botanical and commercial properties of basmati rice, distinguishing it from other rice types based on grain morphology and aroma profile. Trade professionals recognize this code for customs declarations, tariff assessments, and regulatory compliance. Standard commercial packaging typically includes jute or polypropylene bags ranging from 25 to 50 kilograms, designed to preserve grain integrity and moisture content during transit. Preservation methods emphasize controlled humidity and temperature to prevent microbial contamination and insect infestation. Compliance with international quality standards such as ISO 3632 for aromatic rice classification and adherence to WTO-sanctioned customs protocols are mandatory to facilitate smooth cross-border trade. Accurate classification under HS 100630 ensures harmonized tariff application and expedites clearance processes for importers, exporters, and customs brokers worldwide.

Basmati rice Chapter Note

1.- (A) The products specified in the headings of this Chapter are to be classified in those headings only if grains are present, whether or not in the ear or on the stalk. (B) The Chapter does not cover grains which have been hulled or otherwise worked. However, rice, husked, milled, polished, glazed, parboiled or broken remains classified in heading 10.06. Similarly, quinoa from which the pericarp has been wholly or partly removed in order to separate the saponin, but which has not undergone any other processes, remains classified in heading 10.08. 2.- Heading 10.05 does not cover sweet corn (Chapter 7). Subheading Note. 1.- The term “durum wheat” means wheat of the Triticum durum species and the hybrids derived from the inter-specific crossing of Triticum durum which have the same number (28) of chromosomes as that species