What is wheat bran and how is it defined?

Wheat bran is the bran, sharps and other residues of wheat, whether or not in pellet form, derived from the sifting, milling or other working of wheat.

What quality criteria are used to classify wheat bran?

Wheat bran is excluded if its starch content is ≤ 28 % and either ≤ 10 % passes through a 0.2 mm sieve, or if more passes, the portion that does so must have an ash content of ≥ 1.5 % on a dry basis.

How should wheat bran be stored to maintain its quality?

Store wheat bran in a dry, well‑ventilated area, protected from moisture and pests; keep it in sealed containers to preserve its ash content and prevent spoilage.

Wheat Bran

Wheat bran is the outer layer and residues of wheat grain that remain after sifting, milling or other processing. It is commonly used as a raw ingredient in animal feed and human food applications.

Prices, specifications and international trade for wheat bran under HS 230230.

Wheat Bran Price

$150USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Wheat Bran Historical Unit Values

Wheat bran is quoted in USD/t at IDN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Wheat Bran Exports and Imports

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Germany led reported wheat bran exports in 2025, at $103M.

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Wheat Bran Facts and HS Code

Wheat bran belongs to meals and feed ingredients within grains, oilseeds, oils and feed. Its customs classification covers HS 230230.

Wheat Bran HS Code

Category	Meals and feed ingredients — Grains, oilseeds, oils and feed
HS codes	230230
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	IDN

Production & Handling

Processing steps for wheat bran include Sifting, Milling, Drying.

Production and Storage

Processing steps	Sifting Milling Drying

Uses & Risks

Wheat bran uses, related products and documented risks.

Wheat Bran Questions

What is wheat bran and how is it defined?: Wheat bran is the bran, sharps and other residues of wheat, whether or not in pellet form, derived from the sifting, milling or other working of wheat.
What quality criteria are used to classify wheat bran?: Wheat bran is excluded if its starch content is ≤ 28 % and either ≤ 10 % passes through a 0.2 mm sieve, or if more passes, the portion that does so must have an ash content of ≥ 1.5 % on a dry basis.
How should wheat bran be stored to maintain its quality?: Store wheat bran in a dry, well‑ventilated area, protected from moisture and pests; keep it in sealed containers to preserve its ash content and prevent spoilage.