Wheat · Class definition

Durum Wheat vs Hard Red Winter DURUM-VS-HRW

Side-by-side comparison of two wheat classes — protein bands, deliverable specs, end-use, and verified supplier counts.

▸ 169 suppliers · DURUM▸ 169 suppliers · HRW
Side-by-side spec
DURUM

Durum Wheat

Distinct species. HVAC (Hard Vitreous Amber Color) ≥75% required for premium pasta.

Protein (dry basis)12-15%
Falling number—
Test weight—
Moisture—
End-use categorypasta, couscous
HS code1001.19.00
HRW

Hard Red Winter

Largest US class by volume. Standard global bread wheat reference.

Protein (dry basis)11-13.5%
Falling number—
Test weight—
Moisture—
End-use categoryall-purpose flour, bread
HS code1001.99.00
Where they diverge
AttributeDURUMHRW
Protein (dry basis)12-15%11-13.5%
End-use categorypasta, couscousall-purpose flour, bread
HS code1001.19.001001.99.00

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