Cereals; husked (brown) rice

HS code 100620 covers husked (brown) rice, a staple food grain that plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain. As a major agricultural commodity, brown rice is widely cultivated and traded internationally, contributing significantly to the overall economy. This code encompasses the processing of raw rice into a form suitable for human consumption, a process that is essential for meeting the dietary needs of populations worldwide.

The production of husked (brown) rice involves several key steps. First, the harvested paddy rice undergoes a hulling process to remove the outer husk, leaving the brown rice kernel. This is typically done using specialized machinery such as rice mills or huskers. The brown rice is then polished to remove the bran layer, resulting in the familiar white rice. Finally, the rice may be further processed, such as through parboiling or enrichment, to enhance its nutritional profile and storage properties.

The primary input for the production of husked (brown) rice is, of course, raw paddy rice. This agricultural commodity is grown by farmers and cultivated in various regions around the world, with major producers including 100610 Cereals; rice in the husk (paddy or rough. In addition to the raw material, the industry also requires specialized machinery and equipment for the hulling, polishing, and further processing of the rice.

The main output of HS code 100620 is husked (brown) rice, which is then consumed as a staple food or further processed into other rice-based products. The brown rice produced under this code may be used as an input for 100630 Cereals; semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed or 100640 Cereals; broken rice, as well as in the production of various food items, such as rice flour, rice noodles, and rice-based snacks.