Product classification
HS code for Crispbread: 1905.10
Food preparations, crispbread, whether or not containing cocoa.
Classification of crispbread under HS 1905.10
Crispbread is classified under HS code 1905.10. This classification is part of Chapter 19, which covers preparations of cereals, flour, starch, or milk, and specifically heading 1905, which includes bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, and other bakers' wares. Crispbread, often referred to by its Swedish name "knäckebröd," is a dry, brittle bread typically made from rye flour, though other flours may be used. The classification 1905.10 is specific to this product type, characterized by its low moisture content and hard texture. The manufacturing process usually involves a short baking time at high temperatures, resulting in a product that is shelf-stable and crisp. This code applies regardless of whether the crispbread contains additional ingredients such as seeds, nuts, herbs, or spices, and even if it contains cocoa. The essential character of the product as a thin, hard, dry bread is the primary factor for its placement in this subheading. It is distinguished from other crackers or biscuits by its traditional composition and specific texture profile defined in the HS Explanatory Notes.
- Covers
- Traditional rye crispbread
- Wheat-based crispbread
- Gluten-free crispbread variants
- Crispbread topped with sesame or poppy seeds
- Whole grain crispbread sheets
- Also under 1905.10
- Wasa Crispbread
- Ryvita Crispbread
- Finn Crisp
- Kavli Crispbread
Codes often confused with 1905.10
Common mistake. Crispbread is frequently misclassified under HS code 1905.90, which is a residual category for "other" bakers' wares like crackers or savory biscuits. However, because 1905.10 is a specific named subheading for crispbread, it takes precedence. It is also sometimes confused with 1905.40 (Rusks and toasted bread), but rusks are typically twice-baked sliced bread, whereas crispbread is baked as a thin, hard sheet.
Top exporters and importers of HS 190510 (the code used for crispbread), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 190510 (the code used for crispbread) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.8% 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 190510, not only crispbread.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $184M 29% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $149M 23% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $67M 10% of world exports
World total: $642M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $50M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 Italy $47M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 France $46M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $513M 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 code for crispbread
Brazil classifies crispbread under NCM 1905.10.00: HS 1905.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about crispbread
What is the HS code for Crispbread?
The HS code for Crispbread is 190510 (Food preparations; crispbread, whether or not containing cocoa). The HS code for crispbread is 1905.10.
How do I classify Crispbread for customs?
Crispbread is classified under HS code 190510 — Food preparations; crispbread, whether or not containing cocoa. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does crispbread containing seeds change the HS code?
No, crispbread remains under 1905.10 even if it contains seeds, spices, or other minor flavoring ingredients.
Which countries are the top exporters of crispbread (HS 190510)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 190510 (the code used for crispbread) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($184M, 29% of world exports), Thailand ($149M) and Sweden ($67M). World exports came to about $642M, 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 crispbread (HS 190510)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 190510 (the code used for crispbread) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($50M, 9.8% of world imports), Italy ($47M) and France ($46M). World imports came to about $513M, 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 Crispbread the same in all countries?
The base HS code 190510 for Crispbread 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 crispbread in Brazil?
In Brazil, crispbread (HS 190510) is classified under NCM 1905.10.00.