Product classification
HS code for Dry pasta: 1902.19
Food preparations, pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared.
Classification of dry pasta under HS 1902.19
Dry pasta is classified under HS code 190219 because it falls under the category of "Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed... other than containing eggs." The Harmonized System organizes food preparations in Chapter 19, specifically focusing on cereal-based products. Heading 1902 is dedicated to pasta. Within this heading, the subheadings are determined by whether the pasta is uncooked, stuffed, or otherwise prepared. Subheading 190219 specifically excludes pasta containing eggs (which falls under 190211) and requires the product to be uncooked and not stuffed. This classification is essential for customs as it distinguishes basic pantry staples from more complex food preparations that might involve meat, cheese, or specialized preservation methods. The classification relies on the absence of egg solids in the dough composition, which is a primary differentiator in international trade statistics and tariff applications. To qualify for this code, the pasta must be in a dried state, maintaining its shape through the extrusion or molding process without the structural assistance of egg proteins.
- Covers
- Dried spaghetti made from durum wheat semolina
- Macaroni elbows without egg content
- Penne rigate and other extruded shapes
- Fusilli and farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
- Rice-based pasta (if not cooked or stuffed)
- Gluten-free pasta made from corn or quinoa flour
- Also under 1902.19
- Barilla Spaghetti
- De Cecco Penne Rigate
- Garofalo Fusilli
- San Giorgio Macaroni
- Ronzoni Rotini
Codes often confused with 1902.19
Common mistake. Dry pasta is frequently misclassified under HS code 190211, which is specifically reserved for pasta containing eggs. Even if the egg content is minimal, the presence of any egg solids moves the product out of 190219. Another common error is using HS code 190230, which covers "other pasta." This code 190230 is intended for pasta that has been pre-cooked (like instant noodles) or otherwise prepared, whereas 190219 is strictly for uncooked, dry products. Additionally, stuffed pasta like ravioli or tortellini, even if dried, must be classified under 190220 regardless of egg content. Importers must also distinguish between pasta and "couscous," which has its own subheading 190240.
Top exporters and importers of HS 190219 (the code used for dry pasta), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 190219 (the code used for dry pasta) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 190219, not only dry pasta.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $3.3B 49% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $840M 13% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $194M 2.9% of world exports
World total: $6.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.0B 15% of world imports
- 2 Germany $647M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 France $482M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $6.9B 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 dry pasta
Brazil classifies dry pasta under NCM 1902.19.00: HS 1902.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dry pasta
What is the HS code for Dry pasta?
The HS code for Dry pasta is 190219 (Food preparations; pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared). The HS code for dry, uncooked pasta that does not contain eggs is 190219. This includes most standard supermarket pasta shapes like spaghetti and penne.
How do I classify Dry pasta for customs?
Dry pasta is classified under HS code 190219 — Food preparations; pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include instant noodles?
No, instant noodles are typically pre-cooked (steamed and fried) and are therefore classified under HS code 190230 as "other" prepared pasta, rather than 190219.
Which countries are the top exporters of dry pasta (HS 190219)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 190219 (the code used for dry pasta) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($3.3B, 49% of world exports), Türkiye ($840M) and Thailand ($194M). World exports came to about $6.7B, 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 dry pasta (HS 190219)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 190219 (the code used for dry pasta) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.0B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($647M) and France ($482M). World imports came to about $6.9B, 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 Dry pasta the same in all countries?
The base HS code 190219 for Dry pasta 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 dry pasta in Brazil?
In Brazil, dry pasta (HS 190219) is classified under NCM 1902.19.00.