About HS Code 190532
This category specifically covers waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa, known for their distinct light, crispy, or patterned textures. These products are widely traded globally, serving as popular snacks, dessert components, and ice cream accompaniments. The trade involves a range of items from thin, flat wafers to filled wafer biscuits and classic waffle cookies. Major exporters are often countries with advanced confectionery industries, while importers include supermarkets, convenience stores, and food service providers. The versatility of waffles and wafers, from simple snacks to elaborate dessert ingredients, ensures their consistent demand in international markets.
Products Under This Code
Ice cream cones, wafer biscuits (thin, crispy), stroopwafels, filled wafers, chocolate-coated wafers, waffle cookies, wafer rolls
Real World Examples
Loacker Wafers, Stroopwafels (various brands), Keebler Sugar Cones, Kit Kat (wafer component), Hanuta
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with other sweet biscuits (190531) if not clearly identifiable as a waffle or wafer due to its characteristic texture or form, such as a distinct grid pattern or very thin, layered structure.
Products Classified Under 1905.32
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Germany and the Netherlands are leading exporters, with the USA and France being major importers of waffles and wafers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 190532?
HS code 190532 covers: Food preparations; waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa. This category specifically covers waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa, known for their distinct light, crispy, or patterned textures. These products are widely traded globally, serving as popular snacks, dessert components, and ice cream accompaniments. The trade involves a range of items from thin, flat wafers to filled wafer biscuits and classic waffle cookies. Major exporters are often countries with advanced confectionery industries, while importers include supermarkets, convenience stores, and food service providers. The versatility of waffles and wafers, from simple snacks to elaborate dessert ingredients, ensures their consistent demand in international markets.
What products fall under HS code 190532?
Ice cream cones, wafer biscuits (thin, crispy), stroopwafels, filled wafers, chocolate-coated wafers, waffle cookies, wafer rolls
What are common misclassifications for HS code 190532?
Can be confused with other sweet biscuits (190531) if not clearly identifiable as a waffle or wafer due to its characteristic texture or form, such as a distinct grid pattern or very thin, layered structure.
How is HS code 190532 structured?
HS code 190532 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (19) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.