HS Code Subheading

Food preparations; obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products

1904.10 Subheading
Section IV — Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

About HS Code 190410

This HS code covers food preparations obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, primarily encompassing a vast array of breakfast cereals. This segment of the food industry is characterized by high volume and global reach, with major players dominating the market. Products range from puffed rice and wheat to roasted corn flakes, catering to consumer demand for convenient, ready-to-eat breakfast options. Trade flows from large-scale manufacturing hubs to retail markets worldwide. Innovation in this sector often focuses on health trends, such as reduced sugar, added fiber, and fortified options. The processing method of 'swelling or roasting' is the defining characteristic for classification.

Products Under This Code

Puffed rice, puffed wheat, corn puffs, roasted corn flakes, puffed quinoa, puffed millet, puffed barley

Real World Examples

Kellogg's Rice Krispies, General Mills Kix, Quaker Puffed Wheat, Nature Valley Granola (some puffed varieties)

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with unroasted cereal flakes (190420) or even raw cereals (Chapter 10) if the 'swelling or roasting' processing isn't clearly identified. It's distinct from muesli which often contains unroasted flakes.

Products Classified Under 1904.10

Puffed cereals

Related Codes

1904.20 Food preparations; obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals 1904.30 Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products (e.g. corn flakes); cereals, not maize (corn), in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains, from bulgur wheat 1904.90 Food preparations; cereal or cereal products (excluding maize), in grain form, pre-cooked or otherwise prepared

Industry

This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.

Trade Overview

The USA and Germany are significant importers, while the USA and UK are major exporters of these prepared cereals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 190410?

HS code 190410 covers: Food preparations; obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products. This HS code covers food preparations obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, primarily encompassing a vast array of breakfast cereals. This segment of the food industry is characterized by high volume and global reach, with major players dominating the market. Products range from puffed rice and wheat to roasted corn flakes, catering to consumer demand for convenient, ready-to-eat breakfast options. Trade flows from large-scale manufacturing hubs to retail markets worldwide. Innovation in this sector often focuses on health trends, such as reduced sugar, added fiber, and fortified options. The processing method of 'swelling or roasting' is the defining characteristic for classification.

What products fall under HS code 190410?

Puffed rice, puffed wheat, corn puffs, roasted corn flakes, puffed quinoa, puffed millet, puffed barley

What are common misclassifications for HS code 190410?

Can be confused with unroasted cereal flakes (190420) or even raw cereals (Chapter 10) if the 'swelling or roasting' processing isn't clearly identified. It's distinct from muesli which often contains unroasted flakes.

How is HS code 190410 structured?

HS code 190410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (19) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.