HS 1901 — Malt extract prep.
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, milk
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 19
Chapter 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, milk
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 1901 covers
Prepared foods based on cereals, flours, starch or milk, including pasta, breads and infant formulae.
Classification notes
Base ingredient and form (pasta, prepared dishes) determine the subheading.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 1901
What is HS 1901?
Malt extract prep. is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 19 (Preparations of cereals, flour, milk). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 1901?
Malt extract prep. covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 1901 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 1901 products?
Base ingredient and form (pasta, prepared dishes) determine the subheading.