HS Code 190410
Puffed and Roasted Cereal Foods
HS code 190410 covers prepared foods obtained by swelling or roasting cereals, such as corn flakes or puffed rice, typically sold as breakfast cereals or snacks
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HS Code 190410 — Puffed and Roasted Cereal Foods
Commonly known as breakfast cereals, this category includes grains that have been expanded or toasted. These products are typically ready-to-eat and often fortified with vitamins or minerals.
What's included
- Corn flakes
- Puffed rice
- Roasted wheat cereals
- Toasted oat flakes
What's excluded
- Sugar-coated nuts → use
200819(Nut-based products are classified in Chapter 20 regardless of coating.)
Common examples
- Kellogg's Corn Flakes
- Puffed Wheat cereal
- Toasted oat loops
- Rice Krispies
Frequently asked questions
What if the cereal contains chocolate?
It remains in 190410 as long as the cereal is the primary component and the chocolate is a coating or minor addition.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 25%
- Documentation: Check for 'added sugar' thresholds which can affect duty in some trade zones.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, Germany, Belgium
- Top importers: Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Primary code for standard, ready-to-eat puffed or toasted breakfast cereals.
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