HS Code Subheading

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

1904.30 Subheading
Section IV — Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

About HS Code 190430

This specific HS code covers prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, with a particular focus on bulgur wheat and other non-maize cereals in grain or flake form. Bulgur, a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, has gained global popularity as a healthy, quick-cooking grain. Its trade involves significant volumes from producing regions to markets worldwide, driven by its versatility in salads, pilafs, and as a rice substitute. This category highlights the specific processing of non-maize cereals, distinguishing them from other prepared cereal products. Importers include ethnic food distributors, health food stores, and mainstream supermarkets.

Products Under This Code

Bulgur wheat (fine, medium, coarse), roasted wheat flakes, puffed barley, puffed spelt, roasted rye grains, instant bulgur

Real World Examples

Duru Bulgur, Near East Bulgur, Bob's Red Mill Bulgur, Sunnyland Bulgur

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with other processed cereals (190410 or 190490) if the specific 'bulgur wheat' or 'not maize' distinction is overlooked, or with raw wheat (1001) if its 'prepared' nature isn't recognized.

Products Classified Under 1904.30

Bulgur wheatCorn flakesBreakfast cereals

Related Codes

1904.10 Food preparations; obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products 1904.20 Food preparations; obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals 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

Turkey is a major exporter of bulgur, while Germany and the USA are significant importers of these specific prepared cereals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 190430?

HS code 190430 covers: 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. This specific HS code covers prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, with a particular focus on bulgur wheat and other non-maize cereals in grain or flake form. Bulgur, a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, has gained global popularity as a healthy, quick-cooking grain. Its trade involves significant volumes from producing regions to markets worldwide, driven by its versatility in salads, pilafs, and as a rice substitute. This category highlights the specific processing of non-maize cereals, distinguishing them from other prepared cereal products. Importers include ethnic food distributors, health food stores, and mainstream supermarkets.

What products fall under HS code 190430?

Bulgur wheat (fine, medium, coarse), roasted wheat flakes, puffed barley, puffed spelt, roasted rye grains, instant bulgur

What are common misclassifications for HS code 190430?

Can be confused with other processed cereals (190410 or 190490) if the specific 'bulgur wheat' or 'not maize' distinction is overlooked, or with raw wheat (1001) if its 'prepared' nature isn't recognized.

How is HS code 190430 structured?

HS code 190430 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.