HS Code 1904
Puffed or Roasted Cereal Foods
HS code 1904 is for prepared foods obtained by roasting or swelling cereals, such as breakfast cereals, and includes pre-cooked grains ready for consumption.
4-digit Section IVFCL
HS Code 1904 — Puffed or Roasted Cereal Foods
This code is for breakfast cereals and snacks made by swelling or roasting grains. It includes classics like corn flakes as well as pre-cooked grains like parboiled rice or bulgur wheat that have been further processed.
What's included
- Corn flakes
- Puffed rice
- Toasted muesli
- Bulgur wheat (prepared)
What's excluded
- Oatmeal (rolled oats) → use
110422(Raw or simple rolled oats are classified under grain processing, not prep foods.)
Common examples
- Kellogg's Corn Flakes
- Rice Krispies
- Roasted granola
- Instant couscous
Frequently asked questions
Does granola fall under 1904?
Yes, roasted cereal mixtures containing nuts or fruit predominantly fall under 1904.10.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 20%
- Documentation: Often subject to complex 'Sugar/Dairy' content verification in the US and EU.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, Germany, United Kingdom
- Top importers: Canada, France, Mexico
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Key takeaway
Primary code for the commercial breakfast cereal industry.
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