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PRODUCTS OF THE MILLING INDUSTRY; MALT; STARCHES; INULIN; WHEAT GLUTEN›Cereal groats, meal and pellets
Of maize (corn)
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Classification of maize groats under CN 1103 13
CN code 1103 13 covers groats, meal, and pellets of maize (corn). These are obtained by milling maize kernels into particles of varying granulation. Used as polenta, grits, tortilla base, and in brewing. Classification requires maize as source and groat/meal granulation.
Food safety requirements 1103 13
Mycotoxins (aflatoxins, fumonisins, DON) are strictly limited under Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006. Pesticide residues under Regulation (EC) No 396/2005. GMO maize must be EU-approved under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003. GMO labelling required above 0.9 percent.
Market 1103 13
Major exporters: USA, Argentina, Brazil, Ukraine, EU countries.
Aflatoxin controls in maize products
Maize groats and meal under CN 1103 13 are subject to strict aflatoxin controls. Regulation (EC) 1881/2006 sets maximum levels of aflatoxin B1 at 2 µg/kg and total aflatoxins at 4 µg/kg for cereal products intended for direct human consumption. Aflatoxins are carcinogens produced by Aspergillus fungi, particularly in tropical conditions. Imports from warm-climate countries require enhanced controls. The RASFF system regularly records aflatoxin exceedances in maize products entering the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
Which mycotoxins are controlled?
Aflatoxins, fumonisins (B1+B2), deoxynivalenol (DON), and zearalenone, with limits under Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006.
Can GMO maize groats be imported to the EU?
Yes, but only EU-approved GMO varieties. GMO labelling required above 0.9 percent.
Are products under CN 11 03 13 subject to Documents required?
Invoice, analysis certificate (mycotoxins, pesticides, GMO status), phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin.
What aflatoxin limits apply to maize groats CN 1103 13?
For maize groats CN 1103 13, aflatoxin B1 limit is 2 µg/kg and total aflatoxins 4 µg/kg under Regulation (EC) 1881/2006 for direct consumption products. Exceedances lead to batch withdrawal.
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