HTS US: 1902.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers a wide range of pasta products and couscous, whether cooked or uncooked, stuffed or otherwise prepared. The products include various shapes and forms such as spaghetti, macaroni, noodles, lasagna, gnocchi, ravioli, and cannelloni. It also includes couscous, a staple food in many cuisines.
The classification encompasses pasta containing eggs and those without, stuffed pasta varieties, as well as pasta combined or packaged with sauce preparations. The products may be canned, frozen, or packed in other forms, with specific codes reflecting these states and origin details.
Code Hierarchy
- Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits and Vinegar; Tobacco (Chapters 16-24)
- Chapter 19: Preparations of Cereals, Flour, Starch or Milk; Pastrycooks’ Products
- Heading 1902: Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with meat or other substances) or otherwise prepared; couscous, whether or not prepared.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
1902.XX.XXXX– The final digits specify the exact type, composition, packaging, or origin.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 1902 is subdivided into 6-digit and 10-digit codes for precise identification of pasta and couscous products based on ingredients, preparation, packaging, and country of origin.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1902.11 | Containing eggs: | Pasta varieties that include eggs in the dough, enhancing texture and flavor. |
| 1902.11.20 | Exclusively pasta | Pure pasta products made with eggs, without additional ingredients or sauces. |
| 1902.11.20.10 | Subject to the Inward Processing Regime (IPR) | Products imported for processing and later re-exported. |
| 1902.11.20.20 | Subject to the EU reduced export refund in accordance with the US-EU Pasta agreement | Pasta benefiting from specific trade agreements reducing export refunds. |
| 1902.11.20.30 | Other | Egg-containing pasta not covered by the above categories. |
| 1902.11.20.90 | Product of a country other than an EU country | Egg pasta produced outside the European Union. |
| 1902.11.40.00 | Other, including pasta packaged with sauce preparations | Egg pasta combined with sauces or other accompaniments in packaging. |
| 1902.19 | Other: | Pasta without eggs, or other types not specifically containing eggs. |
| 1902.19.20 | Exclusively pasta | Plain pasta products excluding eggs. |
| 1902.19.20.10 | Subject to the Inward Processing Regime (IPR) | Processed under the inward processing conditions. |
| 1902.19.20.20 | Subject to the EU reduced export refund in accordance with the US-EU Pasta agreement | Trade agreement-related tariff adjustments. |
| 1902.19.20.30 | Other | Other pasta without eggs not included above. |
| 1902.19.20.90 | Product of a country other than an EU country | Non-EU origin pasta without eggs. |
| 1902.19.40.00 | Other, including pasta packaged with sauce preparations | Packaged pasta without eggs combined with sauces. |
| 1902.20.00 | Stuffed pasta, whether or not cooked or otherwise prepared | Includes ravioli, tortellini, cannelloni and other filled pasta types. |
| 1902.20.00.20 | Canned | Stuffed pasta preserved in cans. |
| 1902.20.00.40 | Frozen | Stuffed pasta products preserved by freezing. |
| 1902.20.00.60 | Other | Other forms or packaging of stuffed pasta. |
| 1902.30.00 | Other pasta | Other pasta types not specifically egg-containing or stuffed. |
| 1902.30.00.20 | Canned | Other pasta preserved in cans. |
| 1902.30.00.40 | Frozen | Other pasta preserved by freezing. |
| 1902.30.00.60 | Other | Other packaging or preparation types. |
| 1902.40.00.00 | Couscous | Granulated semolina or durum wheat couscous, whether or not prepared. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Prepared dishes containing pasta combined with meat or vegetables that do not fit pasta or couscous classification fall under other headings.
- Flour, semolina, and other raw materials used for pasta production are classified separately under cereal preparations.
- Processed or preserved meat fillings for stuffed pasta are classified under relevant meat headings.
Notes
- Regulations: Import and export of pasta and couscous are subject to food safety standards and trade agreements, including specific provisions under the US-EU Pasta agreement.
- Tariffs and Duties: Duty rates vary by product type, packaging, and country of origin, with some items benefiting from reduced rates or special regimes such as the Inward Processing Regime (IPR).
- Labeling Requirements: Accurate labeling of ingredients, country of origin, and packaging is mandatory to comply with customs and food safety regulations.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of frozen stuffed pasta (ravioli) canned in the United States.US HTS Code:
1902.20.00.20(Stuffed pasta, canned)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (May vary based on trade agreements and product origin)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with FDA food safety standards and labeling regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1901: Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40% by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis.
- HTS 1903: Pasta and couscous preparations combined with other ingredients or prepared dishes.
- HTS 1104: Cereal grains, such as wheat and maize, used as raw materials.
