Sweet biscuits, crackers and similar bakers' wares are generally classified in HS heading 1905, with the subheading driven by sweetening and whether they are coated.
Where it sits in the tariff
Biscuits is generally classified in Chapter 19 — preparations of cereals, flour and starch; bakers' wares. The exact 8–10 digit commodity code depends on the detail below — so always confirm against the actual product.
What changes the code
- Sweet biscuits sit under 1905.31; crispbread, rusks and crackers have their own subheadings.
- Chocolate-coated biscuits can attract a different treatment because of the cocoa coating.
- Added sugar and the type of product (wafer, gingerbread, etc.) affect the subheading.
- Gluten-free or specialist formulations still classify by what the product fundamentally is.
Typical Biscuits HS codes
| Product | Typical HS heading | Indicative UK duty |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet biscuits | 1905 31 | Varies (UKGT) |
| Crackers / savoury biscuits | 1905 90 | Varies |
| Waffles and wafers | 1905 32 | Varies |
| Rusks / toasted bread | 1905 40 | Varies |
Headings and duty rates are indicative only and change — always confirm the full 10-digit commodity code and current rate in the UK Trade Tariff or with TTVerified.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Sweet biscuits are typically 1905 31; crackers and other bakers' wares fall elsewhere in heading 1905.
The cocoa coating can change the classification, so composition needs checking.