Product classification
HS code for Tortellini: 1902.20
Food preparations, pasta, stuffed (with meat or other substances), whether or not cooked or otherwise prepared.
Classification of tortellini under HS 1902.20
Tortellini is classified under HS code 1902.20, which pertains to stuffed pasta. This code is part of Chapter 19, covering preparations of cereals, flour, starch, or milk. Heading 1902 is dedicated to pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed. Subheading 1902.20 specifically addresses pasta that has been filled with other substances, such as meat, cheese, vegetables, or a combination thereof. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the pasta is fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried, and whether it has been pre-cooked. The defining characteristic for this code is the presence of a filling inside the pasta dough, which is typically made from durum wheat semolina or flour mixed with water or eggs. This distinguishes it from plain pasta, which lacks a distinct internal stuffing. The classification logic follows the principle that the stuffed nature of the product is its most specific identifying feature within the pasta category, regardless of the specific shape or the ingredients used in the filling.
- Covers
- Meat-stuffed tortellini
- Cheese and spinach tortellini
- Frozen pre-cooked tortellini
- Dried stuffed pasta rings
- Canned tortellini in brine
- Fresh egg-based stuffed tortellini
- Also under 1902.20
- Barilla Tortellini
- Rana Ravioli
- Buitoni Stuffed Pasta
- Giovanni Panzani Ravioli
Codes often confused with 1902.20
Common mistake. Tortellini is often confused with HS code 1902.11 or 1902.19. These codes are for uncooked pasta that is not stuffed, such as spaghetti or macaroni. The presence of any filling immediately moves the product to 1902.20. Another common misclassification is HS code 1602, which covers other prepared or preserved meat. If the tortellini contains a significant amount of meat, some might assume it belongs in Chapter 16. However, according to the Chapter 19 notes, stuffed pasta remains in 1902 even if it contains more than 20% by weight of sausage, meat, or meat offal, provided the pasta character is maintained. Lastly, 1902.30 (other pasta) is sometimes used for prepared pasta meals, but 1902.20 is more specific for the stuffed pasta component itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 190220 (the code used for tortellini), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 190220 (the code used for tortellini) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 190220, not only tortellini.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $923M 30% of world exports
- 2 China $332M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $184M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $347M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $311M 11% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $267M 9.6% of world imports
World total: $2.8B 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 tortellini
Brazil classifies tortellini under NCM 1902.20.00: HS 1902.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tortellini
What is the HS code for Tortellini?
The HS code for Tortellini is 190220 (Food preparations; pasta, stuffed (with meat or other substances), whether or not cooked or otherwise prepared). The HS code for tortellini is 1902.20, which specifically covers stuffed pasta, whether or not cooked.
How do I classify Tortellini for customs?
Tortellini is classified under HS code 190220 — Food preparations; pasta, stuffed (with meat or other substances), whether or not cooked or otherwise prepared. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the tortellini is frozen?
No, the HS code 1902.20 applies to stuffed pasta regardless of whether it is fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried.
Which countries are the top exporters of tortellini (HS 190220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 190220 (the code used for tortellini) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($923M, 30% of world exports), China ($332M) and Germany ($184M). World exports came to about $3.1B, 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 tortellini (HS 190220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 190220 (the code used for tortellini) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($347M, 12% of world imports), France ($311M) and the United Kingdom ($267M). World imports came to about $2.8B, 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 Tortellini the same in all countries?
The base HS code 190220 for Tortellini 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 tortellini in Brazil?
In Brazil, tortellini (HS 190220) is classified under NCM 1902.20.00.