Product classification
HS code for Bread mix: 1901.20
Food preparations, mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares.
Classification of bread mix under HS 1901.20
Bread mix is classified under HS code 190120 because it represents a food preparation consisting of flour, meal, starch, or malt extract, specifically formulated as a dry mix or dough for the production of bakers' wares. This code falls under Chapter 19, which covers preparations of cereals, flour, starch, or milk. The classification is determined by the fact that the product is more than just basic flour; it typically contains added ingredients such as leavening agents (yeast or baking powder), sugar, fats, or seasonings, which facilitate the immediate preparation of bread, cakes, or biscuits. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, the classification is governed by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since 1901 specifically mentions \"mixes and doughs for the preparation of bakers' wares,\" it is the most specific heading for these products. The inclusion of additives that transform the flour into a ready-to-use preparation is the primary reason for its placement here rather than in Chapter 11.
- Covers
- Dry bread mixes containing yeast
- Cake mixes and muffin mixes
- Dough for frozen bread or pastries
- Biscuit and cookie dough mixes
- Pizza crust mixes
- Also under 1901.20
- Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mix
- Pillsbury Best Bread Flour Blend
- Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix
- Duncan Hines Brownie Mix
- Rhodes Bake-N-Serv Dinner Rolls
Codes often confused with 1901.20
Common mistake. Bread mixes are frequently misclassified under HS code 110100, which is reserved for pure wheat or meslin flour. The distinction lies in the additives; if the product contains anything beyond basic flour (like salt, sugar, or yeast), it must move to 190120. Another common error is using 190590, which covers finished, baked goods. 190120 is strictly for the raw mixes or doughs before the final baking process has occurred.
Top exporters and importers of HS 190120 (the code used for bread mix), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 190120 (the code used for bread mix) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% 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 190120, not only bread mix.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $1.6B 24% of world exports
- 2 Germany $689M 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $618M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $6.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $636M 10% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $547M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 United States $541M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $6.2B 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 bread mix
Brazil splits HS 1901.20 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 1901.20.10Frozen bread dough without whole grains or seeds
- 1901.20.20Frozen bread dough with whole grains or seeds
- 1901.20.90Other mixes and doughs for bakers' wares
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bread mix
What is the HS code for Bread mix?
The HS code for Bread mix is 190120 (Food preparations; mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares). The standard international HS code for bread mix and doughs for bakers' wares is 190120.
How do I classify Bread mix for customs?
Bread mix is classified under HS code 190120 — Food preparations; mixes and doughs for the preparation of bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include gluten-free mixes?
Yes, provided the mix is a preparation of flour or starch intended for baking, it generally falls under 190120, though specific starch-based mixes may sometimes be scrutinized under 2106.
Which countries are the top exporters of bread mix (HS 190120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 190120 (the code used for bread mix) in UN Comtrade data were France ($1.6B, 24% of world exports), Germany ($689M) and the United States ($618M). World exports came to about $6.5B, 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 bread mix (HS 190120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 190120 (the code used for bread mix) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($636M, 10% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($547M) and the United States ($541M). World imports came to about $6.2B, 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 Bread mix the same in all countries?
The base HS code 190120 for Bread mix 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 bread mix in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 190120 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for bread mix depends on the product's details: 1901.20.10 (Frozen bread dough without whole grains or seeds), 1901.20.20 (Frozen bread dough with whole grains or seeds), 1901.20.90 (Other mixes and doughs for bakers' wares).