Food preparations; rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products, whether or not containing cocoa

HS v2022 Code: 190540

About food preparations; rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products, whether or not containing cocoa

HS code 190540 covers a diverse range of food preparations, including rusks, toasted bread, and other similar toasted products. These items are widely consumed globally and play a significant role in the international food trade. The production and export of these products are important economic activities, contributing to the overall food and beverage industry.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 190540 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw ingredients, such as flour, water, and other additives, are mixed and kneaded to form a dough. The dough is then shaped, proofed, and baked to create the base product, such as bread or rolls. These base products are then further processed, which may include toasting, drying, or the addition of other ingredients, to create the final rusks, toasted bread, or similar toasted products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 190540 include wheat flour, water, yeast, and other baking ingredients. Depending on the specific product, additional inputs such as sugar, salt, and flavorings may also be used. Specialized baking equipment, such as ovens, mixers, and slicers, are essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 190540 are rusks, toasted bread, and similar toasted products. These items are often consumed as snacks, breakfast foods, or as ingredients in other food preparations. The outputs of this industry may be used as inputs for the production of 190190 Food preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 1901, 190230 Pasta; uncooked, stuffed with meat or other substances, whether or not cooked or otherwise prepared, and 210410 Soups and broths and preparations therefor, among other food-related HS codes.

Revisions to 190540

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 190540. The most recent 1 version of this code (190540) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 190540.

Family tree for food preparations; rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products, whether or not containing cocoa

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/19'>19: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1905'>1905: Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190540'>190540: Food preparations; rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190510'>190510: Food preparations; crispbread, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190520'>190520: Food preparations; gingerbread and the like, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190531'>190531: Food preparations; sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190532'>190532: Food preparations; waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190590'>190590: Food preparations; bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products</a>"]

    

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