HS Code 1902
Pasta and Couscous Products
HS code 1902 covers pasta in all forms—stuffed, cooked, or dried—alongside couscous, whether prepared or not for human consumption.
4-digit Section IVFCL
HS Code 1902 — Pasta and Couscous Products
This code encompasses all forms of pasta, whether dried, fresh, cooked, or stuffed. It includes staples like spaghetti and macaroni, as well as filled items like ravioli and the semolina product couscous.
What's included
- Dried spaghetti
- Fresh egg noodles
- Frozen meat-filled ravioli
- Instant noodles
- Couscous
What's excluded
- Pasta salads → use
2106(Mixed salads with pasta as an ingredient are often classified as food preparations n.e.c.)
Common examples
- Barilla Penne Rigate
- Maggi Instant Noodles
- Fresh spinach and ricotta tortellini
- Pre-cooked canned spaghetti
- Steamed couscous
Frequently asked questions
Are instant noodles in this category?
Yes, instant noodles (pre-cooked and dried) are classified under 1902.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 12%
- Documentation: Items with meat filling may require Veterinary Certificates for import.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Italy, China, Turkey
- Top importers: United States, Germany, France
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Key takeaway
Covers the entire pasta family from basic dried shapes to complex meat-filled frozen meals.
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