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U.S. imports of groats and meal of wheat (HS 110311) totaled $2.0M in April 2026, traded with 25 countries.
Importers of Groats and Meal of Wheat paid $26K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $250K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Groats and Meal of Wheat imports of $2.0M in April 2026 ran 14% below the year-to-date monthly average of $2.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSemolina — the coarsely milled endosperm of durum wheat — is the commercially dominant product in this heading and a critical input for pasta manufacturing, distinguishing it from other wheat groats and meal used in porridge and specialty foods. The US schedule separates semolina (1103110020) from other wheat groats and meal (1103110040), a distinction that matters because semolina is often sourced from durum-growing regions: Mexico and Italy are the top suppliers, with Canada and Israel also significant. FDA food-import requirements apply, including Prior Notice filing and foreign facility registration. Importers should confirm whether a product meets the particle-size and ash-content specifications that define semolina commercially, as mislabeling can trigger FDA enforcement action.
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Semolina is a coarsely ground product retaining a granular texture, classified under 1103110020 within heading 1103, while finely milled wheat flour falls under heading 1101. The distinction turns on particle size and the degree of milling: semolina passes through specific sieve sizes that distinguish it from flour. CBP has issued rulings on borderline cases, and importers of finely ground semolina should verify the correct heading before entry.
Commercial pasta-grade semolina specifications typically address protein content (generally higher for durum-derived product), ash content, moisture, granulation (particle-size distribution), and color (yellow index). Buyers often require certificates of analysis from the mill and may specify non-GMO or organic status. These specifications should be reflected in the commercial invoice and may be relevant to FDA labeling compliance for the downstream finished product.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1103110020 | GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, SEMOLINA | $1.9M | 10.52% | $16K |
| 1103110040 | GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, NESOI | $102K | 10.41% | $10K |
GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, SEMOLINA
GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1103110020 | GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, SEMOLINA | $457K |
| 1103110040 | GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, NESOI | $9K |
GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, SEMOLINA
827.8K kg
GROATS AND MEAL OF WHEAT, NESOI
2.1K kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $1.4M | -- | -$1.4M |
| Missouri | -- | $223K | +$223K |
| Washington | $149K | -- | -$149K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CALEXICO-EAST, CA | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
| PORT HURON, MI | $124K | $322K | +$199K |
| EASTPORT, ID | $165K | -- | -$165K |