Cereal flour; of maize (corn)

HS code 110220 covers the production and trade of cereal flour made from maize, commonly known as corn. Maize is one of the world's most widely cultivated cereal grains, with a significant global production and trade volume. The maize flour industry plays a crucial role in the broader food and agricultural economy, providing a versatile ingredient for a wide range of food products and industrial applications.

The production of maize flour typically involves several key steps. First, the maize kernels are cleaned and conditioned to adjust their moisture content. They are then milled, often using a combination of roller mills and hammer mills, to grind the kernels into a fine flour. The milled flour may undergo further processing, such as sifting and purification, to meet specific quality standards and end-use requirements.

The main inputs required for the maize flour industry include the raw maize grain, which is the primary raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized milling equipment, such as roller mills and hammer mills, as well as energy sources (e.g., electricity, fuel) to power the production process. Other inputs may include packaging materials, quality control equipment, and labor for operating the production facilities.

The primary output of the maize flour industry is, of course, the maize flour itself, which is widely used in the production of various food products, including breads, pastries, snacks, and cereals. The maize flour produced under HS code 110220 (Cereal flour; of maize (corn)) may also be used as an ingredient in the manufacture of 190120 Mixes and doughs for the preparation of bakers' wares of heading 1905, 190230 Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets of a kind suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products, and other related food products.