HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1902.19 – Food preparations; pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared
HS code 1902.19 is the 6-digit subheading for food preparations, pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared. It is used for spaghetti, penne, macaroni, fusilli and farfalle.
What HS 1902.19 covers
This HS code covers the vast majority of uncooked pasta products that do not contain eggs and are not stuffed or otherwise prepared. This includes common pasta shapes like spaghetti, penne, macaroni, fusilli, and farfalle, typically made from durum wheat semolina and water. The international trade in this category is enormous, as pasta is a global staple food. Italy is by far the dominant exporter, leveraging its rich culinary heritage and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Other significant exporters include Turkey and the USA. Importers are found in virtually every country, reflecting the universal appeal and versatility of pasta. The trade is influenced by global wheat prices, consumer demand for convenience and affordability, and the increasing popularity of plant-based diets. Logistics involve efficient bulk shipping and packaging to maintain product quality and prevent breakage. Competition is high, with brands focusing on quality, price, and innovative shapes.
- Covers
- Spaghetti
- Penne
- Macaroni
- Fusilli
- Farfalle
- Rigatoni
- Linguine
- Orzo
- Examples
- Barilla Spaghetti
- De Cecco Penne Rigate
- Garofalo Fusilli
- San Giorgio Macaroni
- Ronzoni Rotini
Codes often confused with 1902.19
Common mistake. This code is for uncooked pasta without eggs and not stuffed. It's often confused with 190211 (egg pasta) or 190220 (stuffed pasta), so confirming the absence of eggs and stuffing is crucial for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 190219, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 190219 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 Italy $3.3B 49% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $840M 13% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $194M 2.9% of world exports
World total: $6.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.0B 15% of world imports
- 2 Germany $647M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 France $482M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $6.9B 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 code for 1902.19
Brazil does not split HS 1902.19: its NCM code is 1902.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 19.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1902.19
What is HS code 190219?
HS code 190219 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Food preparations; pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared. This HS code covers the vast majority of uncooked pasta products that do not contain eggs and are not stuffed or otherwise prepared. This includes common pasta shapes like spaghetti, penne, macaroni, fusilli, and farfalle, typically made from durum wheat semolina and water. The international trade in this category is enormous, as pasta is a global staple food. Italy is by far the dominant exporter, leveraging its rich culinary heritage and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Other significant exporters include Turkey and the USA. Importers are found in virtually every country, reflecting the universal appeal and versatility of pasta. The trade is influenced by global wheat prices, consumer demand for convenience and affordability, and the increasing popularity of plant-based diets. Logistics involve efficient bulk shipping and packaging to maintain product quality and prevent breakage. Competition is high, with brands focusing on quality, price, and innovative shapes.
What products fall under HS code 190219?
Spaghetti, penne, macaroni, fusilli, farfalle, rigatoni, linguine, orzo
What are common misclassifications for HS code 190219?
This code is for uncooked pasta without eggs and not stuffed. It's often confused with 190211 (egg pasta) or 190220 (stuffed pasta), so confirming the absence of eggs and stuffing is crucial for correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 190219?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 190219 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($3.3B, 49% of world exports), Türkiye ($840M) and Thailand ($194M). World exports came to about $6.7B, 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 190219?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 190219 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.0B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($647M) and France ($482M). World imports came to about $6.9B, 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 190219 structured?
HS code 190219 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (19) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 190219?
In Brazil, HS code 190219 is NCM 1902.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.