Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix
Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix is a powdered base of starch, flour, low-cocoa powder (under 40% defatted), and sugar, prepared by mixing with liquid. It is classified under 1901.90.20 because it is a food preparation of flour and starch with cocoa content below the 40% threshold, not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cocoa content is 40% or more on a totally defatted basis
Products with higher cocoa content are classified as chocolate preparations under Chapter 18.
If the mix contains 10% or less milk solids on a dry weight basis
This alternative covers dairy-based preparations with low milk solids, which may be more specific if the mix includes milk powder.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cocoa content is below 40% on a totally defatted basis to qualify for this heading
• If cocoa exceeds 40%, the product may fall under heading 18.06 instead
• Document the cocoa percentage with lab reports for CBSA
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