Groats and Meal of Cereals (Other Than Wheat, Oats, Corn, or Rice Classified Elsewhere)

Oat groats (1103191200), rice meal (1103191400), and residual cereal groats and meals (1103199000) each occupy a distinct tariff line under this heading, making precise species identification critical at entry. Canada dominates US imports, with India and Uzbekistan also notable sources, reflecting both proximity advantages and specialty grain production. These products serve the breakfast food, health food, and food-ingredient sectors, where particle size and moisture specifications often drive classification disputes between groats and flour. FDA oversight applies at the border for food-safety compliance, and importers should verify that labeling meets US requirements before shipment.