HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1901.20 – Food preparations; mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares
HS code 1901.20 is the 6-digit subheading for food preparations, mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares. It is used for cake mix, pancake mix, bread mix, biscuit mix and muffin mix.
What HS 1901.20 covers
This HS code encompasses a wide range of pre-prepared mixes and doughs designed for baking various bread, pastries, cakes, and biscuits. These products offer convenience to both home bakers and commercial establishments, reducing preparation time and ensuring consistent results. The international trade in these mixes is driven by the increasing demand for convenience foods, the popularity of home baking, and the need for standardized ingredients in the food service industry. Major exporters often include countries with strong agricultural bases and advanced food processing industries, such as the USA, Germany, and France. Importers range from nations with a growing interest in Western-style baking to those seeking cost-effective or specialized baking solutions. Key factors in this trade include ingredient quality, shelf life, ease of use, and compliance with food safety regulations. The variety of mixes available caters to diverse culinary traditions and dietary preferences globally.
- Covers
- Cake mix
- Pancake mix
- Bread mix
- Biscuit mix
- Muffin mix
- Pizza dough mix
- Pastry dough
- Cookie dough
- Examples
- Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mix
- Pillsbury Best Bread Flour Blend
- Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix
- Duncan Hines Brownie Mix
- Rhodes Bake-N-Serv Dinner Rolls
Codes often confused with 1901.20
Common mistake. This code is for mixes and doughs specifically for bakers' wares; it can be confused with 110100 (wheat flour) or 1102 (other cereal flours) if the product is primarily raw flour, or with 190190 if it's a general food preparation not specifically a baking mix. The "mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits" is the defining characteristic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 190120, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 190120 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $1.6B 24% of world exports
- 2 Germany $689M 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $618M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $6.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $636M 10% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $547M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 United States $541M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $6.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 1901.20 3
Brazil splits HS 1901.20 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 1901.20.10 Frozen bread dough without whole grains or seedsMassa para a preparação de pão, sem adição de grãos ou sementes integrais, congelada
- 1901.20.20 Frozen bread dough with whole grains or seedsMassa para a preparação de pão, com adição de grãos ou sementes integrais, congelada
- 1901.20.90 Other mixes and doughs for bakers' waresOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 19.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1901.20
What is HS code 190120?
HS code 190120 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Food preparations; mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares. This HS code encompasses a wide range of pre-prepared mixes and doughs designed for baking various bread, pastries, cakes, and biscuits. These products offer convenience to both home bakers and commercial establishments, reducing preparation time and ensuring consistent results. The international trade in these mixes is driven by the increasing demand for convenience foods, the popularity of home baking, and the need for standardized ingredients in the food service industry. Major exporters often include countries with strong agricultural bases and advanced food processing industries, such as the USA, Germany, and France. Importers range from nations with a growing interest in Western-style baking to those seeking cost-effective or specialized baking solutions. Key factors in this trade include ingredient quality, shelf life, ease of use, and compliance with food safety regulations. The variety of mixes available caters to diverse culinary traditions and dietary preferences globally.
What products fall under HS code 190120?
Cake mix, pancake mix, bread mix, biscuit mix, muffin mix, pizza dough mix, pastry dough, cookie dough
What are common misclassifications for HS code 190120?
This code is for mixes and doughs specifically for bakers' wares; it can be confused with 110100 (wheat flour) or 1102 (other cereal flours) if the product is primarily raw flour, or with 190190 if it's a general food preparation not specifically a baking mix. The "mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits" is the defining characteristic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 190120?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 190120 in UN Comtrade data were France ($1.6B, 24% of world exports), Germany ($689M) and the United States ($618M). World exports came to about $6.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 190120?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 190120 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($636M, 10% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($547M) and the United States ($541M). World imports came to about $6.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 190120 structured?
HS code 190120 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (19) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 190120?
Brazil splits HS code 190120 into 3 NCM codes: 1901.20.10 (Frozen bread dough without whole grains or seeds), 1901.20.20 (Frozen bread dough with whole grains or seeds), 1901.20.90 (Other mixes and doughs for bakers' wares). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.