Barley - HS 1003 classification, duty and landed cost
Barley moves through customs under HS heading 1003. This guide sets out sample sub-codes, indicative import duty in major markets, key trade documents and a worked landed-cost calculation - refresh figures against the live tariff schedule before quoting.
Sample 6-digit codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 1003.90 | Barley, other than seed |
| 1008.90 | Other cereals, other than seed |
Typical import duty by market
| Market | Duty |
|---|---|
| European Union | 0% - 15% CAP tariffs; TRQs and entry-price system apply on many lines. |
| United States | 0% - 15% USDA APHIS phytosanitary controls; GSP for eligible origins. |
| China | 3% - 25% Plus 9% - 13% VAT; state licensing on some staples. |
| India | 10% - 40% BCD + 5% - 18% GST; MSP interventions on staples. |
| UAE | 0% - 5% GCC common external tariff; 5% VAT (many food staples zero-rated). |
Numerical Example: 20 MT of Barley at FOB USD 260 per MT, sea freight to a representative port of discharge.
20 MT of Barley at FOB USD 260 per MT, sea freight to a representative port of discharge.. Run your own numbers in the Import Duty & Tax calculator.
- · Phytosanitary certificate from origin NPPO under IPPC ISPM 12.
- · Fumigation certificate (Methyl Bromide / Phosphine) where required by destination.
- · Non-GMO / GMO status declaration for select destinations (EU, India).
- · France
- · Russia
- · Australia
- · Ukraine
- · Argentina
Frequently asked questions
Barley is typically classified under HS 1003.90. Always confirm the 8- to 10-digit statistical suffix with your destination customs.
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, fumigation certificate and third-party inspection (SGS / Bureau Veritas / Intertek) at loading.
Both. Large-volume routes ship in bulk vessels; branded and premium origins usually ship in 25/50 kg bags or 1 MT jumbo bags in 20' containers.
Trade contracts fix a moisture basis (often 12-14%). Any excess is deducted from paid weight using an agreed schedule; extreme moisture can trigger rejection.
Bulk shipments trade CFR / CIF port of destination; container shipments trade FOB or CIF port. FCA / DAP are common for high-value packed origins moving by truck or rail.
Import duty and tax by destination market
Typical MFN duty, consumption tax and the tax base applied to agriculture (HS 1003) in each market we cover. Rates are indicative at the 6-digit line | confirm the national 8/10-digit code with your broker.
| Market | Duty | Consumption tax | Tax base | Tax as % of CIF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 10% | IGST 18% | Assessable value + duty | 30.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | 0% | VAT 5% | CIF + duty | 5.0% |
| Saudi Arabia | 0% | VAT 15% | CIF + duty | 15.0% |
| Singapore | 0% | GST 9% | CIF + duty | 9.0% |
| China | 0% | VAT 13% | CIF + duty | 13.0% |
| United States | 0% | Federal VAT 0% | CIF | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0% | VAT 20% | CIF + duty | 20.0% |
| Germany | 0% | USt 19% | CIF + duty | 19.0% |
| Netherlands | 0% | BTW 21% | CIF + duty | 21.0% |
| Vietnam | 0% | VAT 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
| Türkiye | 0% | KDV 20% | CIF + duty | 20.0% |
| Japan | 0% | JCT 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
| South Korea | 0% | VAT 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
| Brazil | 0% | IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS 32% | CIF + duty | 32.0% |
| Indonesia | 0% | PPN 11% | CIF + duty | 13.5% |
| Mexico | 0% | IVA 16% | CIF + duty | 16.9% |
| Egypt | 0% | VAT 14% | CIF + duty | 14.0% |
| Nigeria | 0% | VAT 7.5% | CIF + duty | 9.1% |
| South Africa | 0% | VAT 15% | Assessable value + duty | 16.5% |
| Australia | 0% | GST 10% | CIF + duty | 10.0% |
Run your own numbers with the landed cost calculator or check documentation requirements in the LC document checklist.