Product classification
HS code for Bakery products: 1905.90
Food preparations, bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa, communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products.
Classification of bakery products under HS 1905.90
HS code 190590 encompasses a broad category of "bakers' wares n.e.c." (not elsewhere specified or included). This means it covers a wide array of finished bakery products that do not fit into more specific subheadings within Chapter 19, or other chapters like 1605. The description explicitly includes items like communion wafers, empty cachets, sealing wafers, and rice papers, indicating a scope beyond typical bread and cakes, extending to specialized baked or wafer-like products. The "whether or not containing cocoa" clause clarifies that the presence of cocoa does not alter the classification for these general bakery wares. This code serves as a residual category for prepared food items derived from cereals, falling under the general umbrella of bakers' wares, ensuring comprehensive coverage for diverse baked goods.
- Covers
- Various types of bread (e.g., rye bread, pumpernickel, specialty loaves) not covered by more specific codes
- Pastries and cakes (e.g., croissants, muffins, tarts) without specific sugar or cocoa content thresholds
- Biscuits and cookies (e.g., shortbread, digestive biscuits) not falling under other specific codes
- Waffles and wafers (e.g., plain wafers, ice cream cones)
- Communion wafers, empty cachets for pharmaceuticals, sealing wafers, rice papers
- Also under 1905.90
- Hostia (communion wafers)
- Obleas (empty cachets)
- Rice Paper Wrappers (for spring rolls)
- Matzo Crackers
- Mission Taco Shells
Codes often confused with 1905.90
Common mistake. 190531: "Sweet biscuits; waffles and wafers: Sweet biscuits." This code is specifically for sweet biscuits. If a bakery product is a sweet biscuit, it should be classified here rather than the broader 190590. The distinction lies in the "sweet" characteristic.190540: "Rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products." Products like rusks or melba toast have their own specific code. Misclassification occurs when these items are grouped under general bakery wares instead of their precise designation.190510: "Crispbread." This is another specific category for a particular type of baked product, which should be classified precisely rather than under the general 190590.
Top exporters and importers of HS 190590 (the code used for bakery products), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 190590 (the code used for bakery products) in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 11% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 190590, not only bakery products.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $4.2B 11% of world exports
- 2 Germany $4.1B 11% of world exports
- 3 Italy $3.2B 8.4% of world exports
World total: $38.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $7.6B 19% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $3.4B 8.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $3.0B 7.5% of world imports
World total: $40.4B 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 bakery products
Brazil splits HS 1905.90 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1905.90.10Tin loaf (sandwich) bread
- 1905.90.20Unsweetened crackers and biscuits
- 1905.90.90Other bread, pastry and bakers' wares
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bakery products
What is the HS code for Bakery products?
The HS code for Bakery products is 190590 (Food preparations; bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products).
How do I classify Bakery products for customs?
Bakery products is classified under HS code 190590 — Food preparations; bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for general Bakery products?
The HS code for general bakery products, specifically "bakers' wares n.e.c.," is 190590. This code covers a wide range of finished baked goods that are not classified under more specific subheadings within Chapter 19, providing a comprehensive category for diverse items.
Does the presence of cocoa affect the classification of bakery products under 190590?
No, the presence of cocoa does not affect the classification of bakery products under 190590. The description explicitly states "whether or not containing cocoa," indicating that products falling into this category remain here regardless of their cocoa content.
Which countries are the top exporters of bakery products (HS 190590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 190590 (the code used for bakery products) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($4.2B, 11% of world exports), Germany ($4.1B) and Italy ($3.2B). World exports came to about $38.5B, 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 bakery products (HS 190590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 190590 (the code used for bakery products) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($7.6B, 19% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($3.4B) and Germany ($3.0B). World imports came to about $40.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Bakery products the same in all countries?
The base HS code 190590 for Bakery products is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bakery products in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 190590 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for bakery products depends on the product's details: 1905.90.10 (Tin loaf (sandwich) bread), 1905.90.20 (Unsweetened crackers and biscuits), 1905.90.90 (Other bread, pastry and bakers' wares).