HS Code:
The category 'Mixes and doughs for the preparation of bakers' wares of heading 1905' (HS Code: 190120) includes pre-mixed ingredients and doughs used for the preparation of bread, pastries, cakes, biscuits, and other baked goods. These products are essential in both industrial and household baking, offering convenience and consistency in production. This category is significant in global trade due to the universal demand for baked goods and the increasing preference for ready-to-use baking solutions driven by urbanization and changing consumer lifestyles.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 450 million
18% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 400 million
16% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 300 million
12% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 250 million
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 200 million
8% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
25% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for gluten-free and organic mixes
Increased trade in niche products, with higher price points and specialized supply chains
2021-2022
Growth in convenience food products due to urbanization
Higher export volumes to developing markets in Asia and Africa as urban populations grow
2020-2022
Sustainability focus in packaging
Shift towards eco-friendly packaging influencing production costs and trade preferences
2022
Negotiations between the EU and US have led to reduced tariffs on food preparation products, including mixes and doughs, under a mini-trade deal.
January 2023
Expected to boost trade volumes by 5-7% between these regions in the next two years.
Ongoing supply chain issues due to port congestion and labor shortages in key Asian markets have affected the export of raw materials used in mixes and doughs.
October 2022
Temporary price increases and delays in delivery to major importing countries.
Canada introduced stricter food safety and labeling requirements for imported baking mixes, aligning with international standards.
March 2023
Potential short-term trade barriers for non-compliant exporters but long-term benefits for consumer safety and trust.