Product classification
HS code for Muesli: 1904.20
Food preparations, obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals.
Classification of muesli under HS 1904.20
Muesli is classified under HS code 1904.20. This classification is found in Chapter 19, which covers preparations of cereals, flour, starch, or milk. Heading 1904 includes prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products. Subheading 1904.20 specifically addresses food preparations obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals. Muesli typically consists of rolled oats (unroasted flakes) mixed with dried fruits, nuts, and seeds. Because the primary component is unroasted cereal flakes, it fits the criteria for 1904.20. This distinguishes it from breakfast cereals that are entirely roasted or puffed. The classification remains consistent even if the mixture contains small amounts of roasted elements, provided the unroasted flakes characterize the product. This code is essential for distinguishing raw-grain-based cereals from highly processed, toasted breakfast foods.
- Covers
- Traditional Swiss-style muesli
- Bircher muesli mixes
- Fruit and nut muesli with unroasted oats
- Organic raw grain cereal blends
- Toasted muesli (if the base remains unroasted flakes)
- Also under 1904.20
- Alpen Muesli
- Bob's Red Mill Muesli
- Dorset Cereals Muesli
- Kellogg's Muesli
Codes often confused with 1904.20
Common mistake. Muesli is frequently misclassified under HS code 1904.10, which is reserved for cereals obtained by swelling or roasting (such as cornflakes or puffed rice). If the muesli is heavily baked with oil and honey to form clusters, it becomes granola, which may move to 1904.10. Another error is using HS code 1104.12 for plain rolled oats; however, once fruit, nuts, or other ingredients are added, the product must be classified as a preparation in 1904.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 190420 (the code used for muesli), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 190420 (the code used for muesli) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 8.5% 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 190420, not only muesli.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $274M 26% of world exports
- 2 Spain $88M 8.2% of world exports
- 3 Canada $60M 5.6% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $103M 8.5% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $101M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $96M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 code for muesli
Brazil classifies muesli under NCM 1904.20.00: HS 1904.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about muesli
What is the HS code for Muesli?
The HS code for Muesli is 190420 (Food preparations; obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals). The HS code for muesli is 1904.20, covering food preparations obtained from unroasted cereal flakes.
How do I classify Muesli for customs?
Muesli is classified under HS code 190420 — Food preparations; obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is granola classified under the same HS code as muesli?
Not usually. Granola is typically roasted until crunchy and is often classified under HS code 1904.10, whereas muesli based on unroasted flakes stays in 1904.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of muesli (HS 190420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 190420 (the code used for muesli) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($274M, 26% of world exports), Spain ($88M) and Canada ($60M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 muesli (HS 190420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 190420 (the code used for muesli) in UN Comtrade data were France ($103M, 8.5% of world imports), the Netherlands ($101M) and Germany ($96M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 Muesli the same in all countries?
The base HS code 190420 for Muesli 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 muesli in Brazil?
In Brazil, muesli (HS 190420) is classified under NCM 1904.20.00.