Cereals; wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed

HS code 100199 covers wheat and meslin (a mixture of wheat and rye) that is not durum wheat and not intended for use as seed. Wheat is a staple cereal grain that is a crucial component of the global food supply. As one of the most widely cultivated crops, wheat plays a significant role in the international trade of agricultural commodities and the broader economy.

Wheat production typically involves several key steps. After planting, the wheat crop undergoes a growth cycle that includes tillering, stem elongation, heading, and grain filling. Harvesting is usually done by combine harvesters, which cut, thresh, and clean the wheat grains. The harvested wheat is then dried, cleaned, and stored before being transported and processed for various end uses.

The main inputs required for the production of wheat and meslin under HS code 100199 include arable land, agricultural machinery (e.g., tractors, harvesters), fertilizers, pesticides, and labor. Wheat cultivation also relies on access to water resources and suitable climatic conditions. Additionally, the production process may involve the use of storage facilities, transportation infrastructure, and processing equipment.

The primary output of HS code 100199 is wheat and meslin that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as 100110 Durum wheat, 100190 Wheat, other than durum wheat, and 110100 Wheat or meslin flour. These wheat products are then consumed by industries like 190120 Mixes and doughs for the preparation of bakers' wares, 230120 Bran, sharps and other residues, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other working of cereals, and 230310 Residues of starch manufacture and similar residues, among others.