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PREPARATIONS OF CEREALS, FLOUR, STARCH OR MILK; PASTRYCOOKS' PRODUCTS›Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with meat or other substances) or otherwise prepared, such as spaghetti, macaroni, noodles, lasagne, gnocchi, ravioli, cannelloni; couscous, whether or not prepared
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Classification and features
CN code 190219 covers uncooked non-stuffed pasta not containing eggs. These are dry pastas from durum wheat semolina or plain wheat flour without egg addition, including spaghetti, penne, fusilli, farfalle, lasagne and other dry pasta shapes. Classification requires confirming the product is non-stuffed, dry (uncooked) and egg-free. Pasta with eggs is classified under 190211. Cooked or instant pasta under 190230.
Food safety and labelling
Dry pasta is subject to general food safety and labelling requirements under Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. Allergen declaration is mandatory, particularly cereal gluten. Mycotoxin limits (deoxynivalenol, ochratoxin A), heavy metals and pesticides must be met. Pasta from imported flour must be GMO-free unless appropriately labelled. Protected origin designations are subject to GI regulations.
Trade and import
Importing dry pasta requires TRACES NT notification and commercial documents. Major exporters are Italy, Turkey, China and Middle Eastern countries. Transport in dry containers with moisture protection. Preferential rates and tariff quotas may apply.
Uncooked pasta CN 1902 19 - EU import requirements
Uncooked unfilled pasta under CN 1902 19 carries compound duties. This covers dried pasta from wheat, rice and other flour. Products must comply with EU allergen labelling (gluten, eggs) under Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. Imports from Asian countries may face enhanced controls for unauthorised dyes. Import VAT applies at the national rate.
Frequently asked questions
How does code 190219 differ from 190211?
Code 190211 covers non-stuffed pasta containing eggs, while 190219 covers egg-free pasta. Egg presence is the distinguishing criterion.
What mycotoxin limits apply to pasta?
Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 sets limits: deoxynivalenol 750 micrograms per kilogram and ochratoxin A 3 micrograms per kilogram for dry pasta.
Is the Pasta di Gragnano designation protected in the EU?
Yes. Pasta di Gragnano has PGI protection in the EU under Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.
What allergen labelling is required for pasta CN 1902 19?
Pasta CN 1902 19 must declare gluten-containing cereals and eggs (if used) as allergens under Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. Products marketed as gluten-free must contain less than 20 mg/kg gluten.
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