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PREPARATIONS OF CEREALS, FLOUR, STARCH OR MILK; PASTRYCOOKS' PRODUCTS›Prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products (for example, corn flakes); cereals (other than maize (corn)) 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
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Classification and scope
CN code 190490 covers cereals other than maize in grain or flake form or otherwise worked, pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, not classified elsewhere. A residual heading for processed cereal products including instant oat flakes and pre-cooked grains.
Food safety
Subject to food safety, allergen labelling and contaminant limits. Cereal products may contain gluten. Mycotoxin and pesticide limits apply.
Import and trade
Various suppliers depending on cereal type. Transport in dry containers with moisture and pest protection.
Other cereal preparations CN 1904 90 - EU import
Other cereal preparations under CN 1904 90 cover products not classified in other CN 1904 subheadings, including cereal bars, granola and prepared rice. Compound duties apply. Classification depends on composition and processing method. EU labelling standards apply.
Frequently asked questions
What products does CN 190490 cover?
Residual heading for processed cereals not elsewhere classified: instant flakes, pre-cooked grains. Excludes maize, puffed/roasted products (190410) and bulgur (190430).
Are instant oat flakes classified under 190490?
Yes. Steam-treated and rolled instant oat flakes fall under CN 190490 as pre-cooked cereal.
Do imported cereals require mycotoxin testing?
Products must meet EU mycotoxin limits. Border controls may include sampling for testing.
Which cereal products fall under the residual code CN 1904 90?
CN 1904 90 covers cereal preparations not classified under CN 1904 10-30, including cereal bars, granola, prepared rice and other products. Classification depends on composition and processing method.
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