Chapter 1106 — Customs Tariff Headings

Black Gram Flour (Urad Dal Flour)

Black gram flour, also known as urad dal flour, is produced by grinding dried black gram (Phaseolus mungo) of heading 07.13 into a fine powder. It is a key ingredient in Indian cuisine, particularly for making dosa batter and various snacks. This product falls under tariff item 1106.10.00 as it is a flour obtained from dried leguminous vegetables of heading 07.13.

Chickpea Flour

Chickpea flour is a finely ground powder made from dried chickpeas (garbanzo beans) of heading 07.13. It is widely used in gluten-free baking, flatbreads, and pancakes. This product is classified under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour derived from dried leguminous vegetables.

Fava Bean Flour

Fava bean flour is a gluten-free flour ground from dried fava beans (Vicia faba) of heading 07.13. It is used in pasta, thickening agents, and various baked goods. This product falls under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour obtained from dried leguminous vegetables.

Kidney Bean Flour

Kidney bean flour is produced by milling dried red kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) of heading 07.13. It is used in tortillas, protein bars, and other food products. This product is classified under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables.

Lentil Flour

Lentil flour is a powdered product made by grinding dried lentils from heading 07.13. It is commonly used in Indian dal dishes, soups, and gluten-free baking. This product falls under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables.

Mung Bean Flour

Mung bean flour is a fine powder obtained by milling dried mung beans of heading 07.13. It is essential for Asian noodles and desserts. This product is classified under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables.

Navy Bean Flour

Navy bean flour is a fine flour made from dried navy beans (small white Phaseolus vulgaris) of heading 07.13. It is used in baked goods and soups. This product falls under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables.

Pigeon Pea Flour (Toor Dal Flour)

Pigeon pea flour, also known as toor dal flour, is milled from dried pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan) of heading 07.13. It is used in flatbreads and soups. This product is classified under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables.

Soybean Flour (Defatted)

Defatted soybean flour is obtained by milling defatted dried soybeans from heading 07.13. It is used in baking and meat alternatives. This product falls under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables, provided it retains the characteristics of flour.

Yellow Pea Flour

Yellow pea flour is a fine flour milled from dried yellow peas (Pisum sativum) of heading 07.13. It is popular in plant-based protein powders and snacks. This product is classified under tariff item 1106.10.00 as a flour from dried leguminous vegetables.

Arrowroot Powder

Pure white flour derived from the rhizomes of Maranta arundinacea plants, which are roots or tubers of heading 07.14. It is ideal for sauces and desserts due to its neutral flavor and clarity.

Batata Flour

Flour from dried batata (boniato/sweet potato variant) roots of heading 07.14. It adds natural sweetness to baked goods and is classified as a tuber flour under this tariff item.

Chinese Water Chestnut Flour

Finely milled flour derived from dried Chinese water chestnuts (Eleocharis dulcis), a tuber of heading 07.14. This product meets the particle size and starch content requirements for classification in Chapter 11, and is not excluded by the chapter notes.

Dried Water Chestnut Flour for Noodles

Specialty flour from peeled and dried Chinese water chestnuts, milled for use in transparent rice noodle production. It meets Chapter 11 criteria for tuber flours due to its origin from heading 07.14 and dried state.

Fine Milled Chinese Water Chestnut Groats

Fragmented groats from Chinese water chestnuts, dried and milled to pass a 2 mm sieve. This tuber-derived product is classified under this tariff item as it is a product of roots or tubers of heading 07.14, not a cereal product.

Gluten-Free Water Chestnut Meal

Coarse meal from ground dried Chinese water chestnuts, with at least 95% passing a 1.25 mm sieve. This tuber-derived product is specifically classified under this tariff item as a meal of roots or tubers of heading 07.14.

Manioc Flour

Traditional flour from dried cassava roots, also known as farinha de manioc, under this tariff item for root flours of heading 07.14. It is a staple in Latin American cuisine for flatbreads.

Organic Chinese Water Chestnut Powder

Ultra-fine organic powder from dehydrated Chinese water chestnuts, fragmented to pass through a 1.25 mm sieve. This product qualifies as a powder of roots or tubers of heading 07.14 under Chapter 11.

Potato Flour (Non-Cereal)

Fine powder from select dried potato tubers per heading 07.14, under this tariff item for root flours. It is used in industrial baking and is not excluded by Chapter 11 notes.

Sago Flour

Powder extracted from sago palm starch cores, classified under this tariff item for sago or 07.14 tubers. It is used in puddings and gluten-free products.

Sweet Potato Flour

Nutritious powder ground from dried sweet potato tubers (Ipomoea batatas), classified in this tariff item as flour from heading 07.14 roots/tubers. It is used in gluten-free baking and baby foods.

Tapioca Flour

Fine powder milled from the dried starch-rich roots of the cassava plant (Manihot esculenta), classified under this tariff item as flour of roots or tubers from heading 07.14. It is commonly used as a gluten-free thickener.

Water Chestnut Powder Baking Mix Base

Pure powder from Chinese water chestnuts used as a base for gluten-free baking mixes, finely ground from dried tubers of heading 07.14. It qualifies as unmixed flour under Chapter 11 provisions.

Yuca Flour

Gluten-free flour from dried yuca (cassava) roots, under this tariff item as a root/tuber product of 07.14. It is popular for tortillas and baking mixes.

Banana Flour

Finely ground powder made from dried green bananas (plantains), a product of Chapter 8. It is classified under heading 11.06 as flour from fruits.

Coconut Flour

Flour produced by milling dried coconut meat after oil extraction, classified from Chapter 8 coconuts. It falls under heading 11.06 as a product of Chapter 8.

Dragon Fruit Powder

Spray-dried powder from pitahaya (dragon fruit), a Chapter 8 exotic fruit product. It is classified under heading 11.06 as flour from fruits.

Dried Plantain Powder

Ultra-fine powder obtained from air-dried plantains, a product of Chapter 8. It is used for thickening soups and smoothies, and meets the particle size criteria for flour under heading 11.06.

Durian Powder

Freeze-dried durian pulp converted to fine powder, from Chapter 8 durian fruit. It falls under heading 11.06 as a product of Chapter 8.

Gluten-Free Banana Flour Blend Base

Pure banana flour milled to a fine consistency, used as a base for gluten-free blends. It is made from dried bananas of Chapter 8 and classified under heading 11.06.

Green Plantain Flour

Powder obtained by milling dehydrated green plantains, used in Latin American cuisine for arepas and tortillas. It is a product of Chapter 8 and falls under heading 11.06.

Guava Powder

Fine powder from vacuum-dried guava pulp, sourced from Chapter 8 guavas. It is classified under heading 11.06 as flour from fruits.

Kiwi Fruit Flour

Powder milled from freeze-dried kiwifruit slices, a Chapter 8 product converted to flour. It falls under heading 11.06 as a product of Chapter 8.

Mango Powder

Dehydrated mango fruit ground into fine powder, derived from fresh mangoes of Chapter 8. It falls under heading 11.06 for non-cereal fruit flours.

Organic Banana Flour

Finely milled powder made from dried, green bananas, used as a gluten-free baking alternative. It is a product of Chapter 8 and classified under heading 11.06.

Papaya Fruit Flour

Powder obtained by milling sun-dried papaya slices, a Chapter 8 product fitting heading 11.06 for fruit flours. It does not qualify as a cereal mill product.

Passion Fruit Powder

Dehydrated passion fruit pulp ground to flour consistency, from Chapter 8 Passiflora fruit. It falls under heading 11.06 as a product of Chapter 8.

Pineapple Powder

Pineapple Powder is a spray-dried powder made from dehydrated pineapple fruit (Ananas comosus), a product of Chapter 8. It falls under tariff item 1106.30.00 because it is a flour, meal, or powder derived from fruits of Chapter 8, not from cereals or leguminous vegetables. This powder is commonly used in beverages and confectionery as a natural flavoring or ingredient.

Plantain Meal for Baking

Coarsely ground meal from dried plantains, used in traditional fufu and porridge recipes. It is a product of Chapter 8 and falls under heading 11.06.

Strawberry Fruit Powder

Strawberry Fruit Powder is a freeze-dried powder made from pulverized strawberries, a product of Chapter 8. It is classified under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a flour, meal, or powder of fruits of Chapter 8, distinct from cereal flours or legume powders. This powder is used in natural food coloring, flavorings, and dietary supplements.