Cereal flours; other than of wheat or meslin (heading 1102): importing markets
HS 1102 covers cereal flours other than wheat or meslin, such as rye, maize or rice flour. In 2025 the United States was the largest importer in UN…
Published on 28 October 2026Updated on 28 October 2026
HS 1102 covers cereal flours other than wheat or meslin, such as rye, maize or rice flour. In 2025 the United States was the largest importer in UN Comtrade data, with USD 289 million, followed by Spain and Canada. For a company exporting from Spain, the tariff and entry requirements depend on the subheading and the destination.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 28 October 2026
Fact sheet
- Code
- 1102
- Chapter
- 11 · Products of the milling industry; malt, starches, inulin, wheat gluten
- Subheadings
- 4
Main importing markets
USD · 2025| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| United States | 289,463,759 |
| Spain | 90,182,349 |
| Canada | 75,816,513 |
| Germany | 69,360,184 |
| Mozambique | 65,406,076 |
| United Kingdom | 64,557,024 |
| France | 57,708,067 |
| Netherlands | 57,409,420 |
| South Sudan | 44,645,313 |
| Belgium | 38,663,544 |
| China | 35,201,926 |
| Poland | 32,925,272 |
| Lesotho | 32,749,615 |
| Malaysia | 32,372,536 |
| Italy | 30,684,846 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 28 October 2026
What to know before exporting HS 1102
Heading 1102 belongs to Chapter 11, products of the milling industry. It groups flours made from cereals other than wheat or meslin and has four subheadings. The exact eight- or ten-digit code of your product is set by the cereal and by the destination's tariff schedule, so classify the product before quoting.
The table above shows imports declared by each country from the world, not purchases from Spain. A large importer is a market with demand, but it does not tell you whether a Spanish supplier is competitive there. Check bilateral flows in UN Comtrade or ITC Trade Map, filtering by Spain as the origin, before choosing priorities.
Spain appears among the main importers in the table. For a company exporting from Spain this matters for a practical reason: Spain is also a destination for this product, so local competition and intra-EU sourcing shape the market for the same flours elsewhere in the European Union.
The tariff for each destination depends on the subheading, the origin and the trade agreement in force. For a company exporting from Spain to a non-EU country, the duty and any preferential treatment are consulted in Access2Markets, entering the product code and the destination. Shipments within the EU do not pay customs duties, but they follow VAT and statistical reporting rules.
Cereal flours are food products, so sanitary and labelling requirements are set by each destination and can include health certificates, allergen declarations or limits on contaminants. These conditions are not the same across the United States, Canada or the United Kingdom. Access2Markets lists product requirements by country, and the destination's food authority has the final word.
The data come from importing countries and are reported with a delay. The latest consolidated year is 2025, and some countries may still revise their figures. Use the ranking to shortlist markets and confirm it with the most recent monthly data before committing resources.
Frequently asked questions
What products are classified under HS 1102?
HS 1102 covers cereal flours other than wheat or meslin flour, within Chapter 11 on products of the milling industry. It has four subheadings, which separate flours by cereal. The subheading that applies to your product depends on the cereal it is milled from, and the destination's tariff may split it further.
Which countries import the most under HS 1102?
In 2025 the largest importers by value in UN Comtrade were the United States (USD 289 million), Spain (USD 90 million), Canada (USD 76 million), Germany (USD 69 million) and Mozambique (USD 65 million). These are imports from the whole world, so they show demand and not necessarily opportunities for a Spanish exporter.
How do I find the tariff for HS 1102 when exporting from Spain?
The tariff depends on the exact subheading, the destination and any agreement between the EU and that country. Enter the product code and the destination in Access2Markets to see the applicable duty and the preferential rate. For exports to EU countries there are no customs duties.
Does a high import figure mean a market is easy to enter?
No. The figure measures the value a country imports, not how open it is to your product. Entry also depends on tariffs, sanitary requirements, labelling and existing suppliers. Compare the import value with the conditions listed for that destination before prioritising it.
How recent are the import figures for this product?
The table uses 2025 data, the latest period with consolidated figures in UN Comtrade. Countries report with a delay and may revise earlier figures. For decisions on a specific market, check whether more recent monthly data are available in the same database.
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