HTS US: 1109.00.XX.XX
Description
This heading encompasses wheat gluten, which may be dried or not, used primarily as an ingredient in food and animal feed. Wheat gluten is the protein portion of wheat that remains after washing away the starch, widely utilized for its binding and texturizing properties.
The products under this heading are categorized mainly based on their intended use:
- Wheat gluten for animal feed: Wheat gluten prepared and processed specifically to be used as a nutritional component in animal feed formulations.
- Other wheat gluten products: This includes wheat gluten intended for human consumption or other purposes, including certified organic variants.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 11: Products of the Milling Industry; Malt; Starches; Inulin; Wheat Gluten
- Heading 1109: Wheat gluten, whether or not dried
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
1109.00.XX.XX– The last digits specify the detailed product use and certification status.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 1109 is broken down into specific 6-digit and 10-digit HTS codes reflecting product use and certification.
| HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1109.00 | Wheat gluten, whether or not dried: | Main heading covering all wheat gluten products regardless of drying state. |
1109.00.10.00 |
To be used as animal feed | Wheat gluten specifically prepared and marketed for animal nutrition. |
| 1109.00.90 | Other | Wheat gluten products not intended for animal feed; includes food-grade gluten. |
1109.00.90.10 |
Certified organic | Wheat gluten that has been certified organic according to relevant standards. |
1109.00.90.20 |
Other | Non-organic wheat gluten intended for uses other than animal feed. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Other cereal protein products: Proteins extracted from cereals other than wheat gluten are classified under different headings.
- Prepared or processed food products containing wheat gluten: These fall under different chapters related to processed foods.
- Starches and starch derivatives: Classified separately under heading 1108.
Notes
- Usage: Wheat gluten serves as a critical ingredient in baking, improving dough elasticity, and in animal feed for its high protein content.
- Organic certification: Certified organic wheat gluten must meet established organic production standards and traceability requirements.
- Import regulations: Importers should verify compliance with USDA and FDA guidelines, especially for organic products and animal feed.
- Duty rates: Duty rates vary by specific 10-digit codes and product use; consult the latest USHTS for updated rates.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of certified organic wheat gluten for human food production.US HTS Code:
1109.00.90.10(Certified organic wheat gluten)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Often duty-free or low duty depending on trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: Organic certification documentation; compliance with FDA food ingredient regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1108: Starches and inulin, which are distinct from wheat gluten protein products.
- HTS 1107: Malt, another processed cereal product.
- HTS 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding, including those containing wheat gluten.
