19023000
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
Other pasta
Classification and features
CN code 190230 covers pasta cooked or otherwise prepared, other than stuffed. These include cooked ready-to-eat pasta, instant noodles (fried or dried), microwave pasta and other processed pasta products. Instant noodles such as ramen represent a significant segment.
Food safety and labelling
Instant noodles are subject to food safety, labelling and additive regulations. Seasoning sachets may contain MSG, colourings and preservatives that must be authorised and declared. Acrylamide reference levels for fried cereal products are set in Regulation (EU) 2017/2158. Allergens must be fully declared.
Import and trade
Import requires TRACES NT notification. Major suppliers are China, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia and Thailand. Transport in dry containers. Border controls may include labelling verification for EU compliance.
Other pasta and instant noodles CN 1902 30 - EU import
Other pasta under CN 1902 30 covers cooked, frozen and instant varieties. Compound duties apply. Instant noodles from Asian countries face enhanced controls for unauthorised additives, particularly ethylene oxide. Full ingredient and allergen labelling is mandatory under EU regulations. Import VAT applies at the national rate.
Frequently asked questions
Are fried instant noodles subject to acrylamide limits?
Yes. Regulation (EU) 2017/2158 establishes acrylamide reference levels for cereal products. Producers and importers must apply mitigation measures.
Is MSG permitted in instant noodles in the EU?
Yes. MSG (E621) is an authorised food additive in the EU under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, limited to 10 g per kilogram of finished product.
Which countries are the main instant noodle exporters to the EU?
Major exporters are China, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia and Thailand. Korea and Japan export premium products. China and Indonesia dominate the mass segment.
Are instant noodles CN 1902 30 from Asia subject to enhanced controls?
Yes, instant noodles CN 1902 30 from certain Asian countries face enhanced EU border controls for unauthorised dyes and food additives, particularly ethylene oxide residues under Regulation (EU) 2019/1793.
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