Chapter 19 HS Codes: Chapter 19 Commodities
CHAPTER DEFINITION & SCOPE
HS Chapter 19 of the WCO Harmonized System covers chapter 19 commodities. It groups 5 4-digit WCO headings and 19 6-digit subheadings under the official 2026 customs nomenclature [USITC HTS 2026].
Chapter
Ch 19
Headings
5 Headings
Subheadings
19 HS6
US Tariff Status
Active 2026
Chapter 19 4-Digit Headings Directory
| Heading | WCO Heading Description | Subheading Count | Directory Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heading 1901 | Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included; food preparations of goods of headings 0401 to 0404, not containing cocoa or containing less than 5 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included | 3 subheadings | Browse Heading 1901 → |
| Heading 1902 | Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with meat or other substances) or otherwise prepared, such as spaghetti, macaroni, noodles, lasagna, gnocchi, ravioli, cannelloni; couscous, whether or not prepared | 5 subheadings | Browse Heading 1902 → |
| Heading 1903 | Tapioca and substitutes therefor prepared from starch, in the form of flakes, grains, pearls, siftings or in similar forms | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 1903 → |
| Heading 1904 | Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products (for example, cornflakes); cereals (other than corn (maize)) in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains (except flour, groats and meal), pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, not elsewhere specified or included | 4 subheadings | Browse Heading 1904 → |
| Heading 1905 | Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty capsules of a kind suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products | 6 subheadings | Browse Heading 1905 → |
Chapter 19 Subheading Sample & MFN Duty Rates
| HS Code | Subheading Description | Heading | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1901.10 | Preparations suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale | 1901 | View 1901.10 → |
| 1901.20 | Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included; food preparations of goods of headings 0401 to 0404, not containing cocoa or containing less than 5 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included, Mixes and doughs for the preparation of bakers' wares of heading 1905 | 1901 | View 1901.20 → |
| 1901.90 | Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included; food preparations of goods of headings 0401 to 0404, not containing cocoa or containing less than 5 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included, Other | 1901 | View 1901.90 → |
| 1902.11 | Uncooked pasta, not stuffed or otherwise prepared, Containing eggs | 1902 | View 1902.11 → |
| 1902.19 | Uncooked pasta, not stuffed or otherwise prepared, Other | 1902 | View 1902.19 → |
| 1902.20 | Stuffed pasta, whether or not cooked or otherwise prepared | 1902 | View 1902.20 → |
| 1902.30 | Other pasta | 1902 | View 1902.30 → |
| 1902.40 | Couscous | 1902 | View 1902.40 → |
| 1903.00 | Tapioca and substitutes therefor prepared from starch, in the form of flakes, grains, pearls, siftings or in similar forms | 1903 | View 1903.00 → |
| 1904.10 | Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products | 1904 | View 1904.10 → |
| 1904.20 | Prepared foods obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals | 1904 | View 1904.20 → |
| 1904.30 | Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products (for example, cornflakes); cereals (other than corn (maize)) in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains (except flour, groats and meal), pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, not elsewhere specified or included, Bulgur wheat | 1904 | View 1904.30 → |
| 1904.90 | Other | 1904 | View 1904.90 → |
| 1905.10 | Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty capsules of a kind suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products, Crispbread | 1905 | View 1905.10 → |
| 1905.20 | Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty capsules of a kind suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products, Gingerbread and the like | 1905 | View 1905.20 → |
EXPERT CLASSIFICATION PRO TIPS
Common Pitfalls When Classifying Chapter 19 Goods
- Always review WCO Section and Chapter Legal Notes before assigning 4-digit headings.
- Distinguish carefully between unprocessed raw materials and further prepared or processed articles.
- Verify Partner Government Agency (PGA) flags for agriculture, food, or chemical items.
- Cross-reference official CBP CROSS rulings for binding precedents on mixed or composite goods.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 19 Tariff ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
Customs Rulings Online Search System for Chapter 19 binding classification precedents.
WCO HS Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization international 6-digit Harmonized System backbone standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau trade statistics and Schedule B concordance portal.
Chapter 19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commodities are covered under HS Chapter 19?
Chapter 19 (Chapter 19 Commodities) covers WCO Harmonized System 4-digit headings from 1901 upward, encompassing primary goods, raw materials, and manufactured articles within this nomenclature section.
How many 4-digit headings exist in HS Chapter 19?
Chapter 19 contains 5 official 4-digit WCO headings and 19 6-digit tariff subheadings.
What is the US general import duty range for Chapter 19 commodities?
Base customs duties under Chapter 19 range from 0.0% (Duty-Free) up to representative MFN rate limits depending on 10-digit HTS statistical suffix extensions.
Do Section 301 China tariffs apply to Chapter 19 imports?
Section 301 tariffs depend on specific 8-digit HTS subheadings. Importers must verify if their exact HTS code appears on USTR Lists 1 through 4A.
Are Partner Government Agency (PGA) permits required for Chapter 19?
PGA message-set flags (such as FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA, or CITES) apply conditionally depending on the commodity classification within Chapter 19.
How are products classified between adjacent headings in Chapter 19?
Classification follows WCO General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 through 6, prioritizing specific heading terms over general descriptions.
Can Chapter 19 goods enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in USMCA member states (US, Mexico, Canada) or FTA partners enter duty-free under SPI code P, KR, AU, or CL with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Chapter 19 shipments?
Eligible commercial shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day may enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal entry of Chapter 19 goods?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading/Air Waybill, and entry summary CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP ruling for Chapter 19?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling application under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division.