What is malt extract classified as?

Malt extract is a food preparation derived from flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products that does not fall under any other specific heading. It is listed under the HS classification for food preparations of these ingredients.

What forms does malt extract commonly appear in for buyers?

Malt extract is available in fluid (liquid) form and solid or condensed form. These variants are used in food manufacturing and brewing applications.

Malt Extract

Malt extract is a food preparation derived from malted grains. It is classified among preparations of flour, meal, starch or malt extract for uses not elsewhere specified.

Prices, specifications and international trade for malt extract under HS 190190.

Malt Extract Price

$3,327USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Malt Extract Historical Unit Values

Malt extract is quoted in USD/t at DEU. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Malt Extract Exports and Imports

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Germany led reported malt extract exports in 2025, at $1.2B.

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Malt Extract Facts and HS Code

Malt extract belongs to flours, starches and milled products within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 190190.

Malt Extract HS Code

Category	Flours, starches and milled products — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	190190
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	DEU

Production & Handling

Processing steps for malt extract include Malting, Mashing, Lautering.

Production and Storage

Processing steps	Malting Mashing Lautering Evaporation to concentrate Drying (for solid malt extract)

Uses & Risks

Malt extract is used in Sweetener, Flavoring, and Brewing adjunct.

End Uses

Sweetener
Provides fermentable sugars and flavor in confectionery and bakery products
Flavoring
Adds malted barley taste to beverages and snack foods
Brewing adjunct
Supplies fermentable sugars for beer production

Uses and Related Commodities

Downstream industries	Food manufacturing, Beverage production, Bakery and confectionery

Malt Extract Questions

What is malt extract classified as?: Malt extract is a food preparation derived from flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products that does not fall under any other specific heading. It is listed under the HS classification for food preparations of these ingredients.
What forms does malt extract commonly appear in for buyers?: Malt extract is available in fluid (liquid) form and solid or condensed form. These variants are used in food manufacturing and brewing applications.