11 - Tapioca Flour || Cassava Flour || Manioc Flour || Export-Ready || HSN:11081400

Major Importing Countries - Common Names

• China (Tapioca Flour)

• Philippines (Cassava Flour)

• Indonesia (Tapioca Flour)

• Malaysia (Tepung Ubi Kayu)

• Nigeria (Cassava Flour)

• Thailand (Tapioca Flour)

• Vietnam (Tinh Bot San)

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Available Types for International Trade

• Native/Unmodified tapioca/cassava flour

• Modified flour for specialty applications

• Organic-certified varieties

• Pharmaceutical-grade flour

• Bulk and retail packaging

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Indian Government Classification

Attribute Description

HSN Code 11081400

Category Chapter 11 – Milling Industry; Starches; Inulin

Subcategory Manioc (Cassava) Flour

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o High carbohydrate content with low protein and fat

o Gluten-free and allergen-free

o Source of energy with no preservatives

o Easily digestible product

• Physical Properties:

o Fine white powder with bland taste

o Moisture content ≤13%

o Uniform particle size and texture

o Free-flowing, non-clumping powder

• Chemical Properties:

o Purity >98% starch

o Low ash and sulfur content

o Stable gelatinization temperature

o pH approx. 4.5–7, no chemicals or preservatives

• Mechanical Properties:

o Excellent thickening and binding capacity

o High water absorption and swelling power

o Smooth dispersion in liquids

• Manufacturing:

o Advanced extraction and drying process

o ISO and HACCP certified plants

o Regular quality testing and batch control

• Industrial Use:

o Gluten-free baked goods and food processing

o Pharmaceutical tablet binders and fillers

o Paper industry adhesives and coatings

o Textile size and finishing

o Bioplastics and animal feed

• Market Overview:

o Growing demand in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and America

o Rising applications in organic and sustainable product markets

• Packaging:

o 25kg and 50kg food-grade security bags with polyethylene liners

o Jumbo bags for industrial buyers

o Custom branded retail packaging

• Shipping:

o INCO terms: FOB, CFR, CIF available per buyer needs

o Major export ports: Mumbai (Nhava Sheva), Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata

• Certificates:

o FSSAI, ISO 9001, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, APEDA

o Complete export compliance certificates provided

• Payment Terms:

o Full advance, Sight LC, or combo according to agreement

• Taxation (India, Export):

o GST 12% under HSN 11081400

o Export incentives such as MEIS, Duty Drawback available

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Differences Between Tapioca Starch & Tapioca Flour

• Tapioca Starch: Purified starch extracted from cassava roots; finer and used primarily as a thickener, binder, or industrial ingredient (HSN 110814 for raw starch; 19030000 for processed forms)

• Tapioca Flour: More fibrous, less refined cassava flour including root fiber, used in food applications such as gluten-free baking; falls under the same HSN 11081400 but implies a bit less refined state

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Company Profile: Kaizen BMS

Kaizen BMS is a Government of India-recognized global exporter specializing in industrial raw materials and food-grade products. With expertise in contract manufacturing and merchant exporting, Kaizen BMS ensures export-ready tapioca flour with consistent quality and full regulatory compliance. Our logistics excellence and customer-focused approach build lasting international trade relationships.