Buckwheat Groats (Kasha)
Buckwheat groats, known as kasha, are roasted fragmented buckwheat grains passing 1.25mm sieve per HTS 1103.19 definition. They meet starch >80% and ash ≤4% Chapter 11 criteria. Popular in Eastern European cuisine.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If meets 500μm sieve passage for finer grind
Finer buckwheat products qualifying under Note (B) table shift to 1102 rye/meal category.
If roasted and flavored for direct consumption
Prepared cereal products beyond simple groats fall in Chapter 19.
If high ash bran co-product
Bran/sharps exceeding ash limits classify as 2302 feed byproducts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish raw vs roasted; roasting doesn't affect classification if sieve met
• Provide milling process docs; buckwheat often scrutinized for flour confusion
• Test for purity; admixtures >5% may trigger different cereal heading
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Oat Groats
Oat groats are whole oat kernels with the hull removed, fragmented to pass through a 1.25 mm sieve as per HTS 1103 requirements. They meet starch and ash content criteria for Chapter 11 classification, distinguishing them from flours or prepared products. Used in porridge or baking for their chewy texture.
Barley Pearl Groats
Pearl barley groats are hulled and polished barley grains fragmented to meet 1.25 mm sieve standard in HTS 1103.19. They satisfy starch >80% and ash ≤3% for milling products. Commonly used in soups and stews.
Rye Meal
Rye meal consists of fragmented rye grains where 95% passes 1.25mm sieve, qualifying under HTS 1103.19.90. Meets wheat/rye starch >80%, ash ≤2.5% standards. Used in dark breads and baking.
Millet Groats
Millet groats are hulled, fragmented millet grains meeting HTS 1103 sieve (95% through 1.25mm) and Chapter 11 starch/ash tests. Gluten-free product used in porridges and birdseed.
Sorghum Grain Meal
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Quinoa Groats
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