Buffalo Milk Cajeta Paste
Buffalo milk cajeta paste is a rich, caramelized confection made by slowly simmering water buffalo milk with panela sugar until thick and spreadable. It is a food preparation of goods of heading 04.01 to 04.04 (milk) and contains no cocoa, qualifying it under tariff item 1901.90.31 as an ice cream mix or ice milk mix within access commitment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cajeta is imported over the access commitment quantity
Over-access shipments fall under a different tariff item with a higher duty rate.
If the cajeta is not put up for retail sale
Bulk packaging for further processing may be classified under this alternative.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product's milk solids content is between 10% and 50% on a dry weight basis to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify that the cajeta does not contain cocoa or contains less than 5% by weight of cocoa on a totally defatted basis
• Maintain proper documentation of the milk source and processing method for CBSA inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 1901.90.31
Camel Milk Cajeta Caramels
Camel milk cajeta caramels are a smooth, spreadable caramel made by boiling camel milk with sugar and cinnamon. As a food preparation of goods of heading 04.01 to 04.04, it contains no cocoa and falls under tariff item 1901.90.31 as an ice cream mix or ice milk mix within access commitment.
Goat Milk Cajeta Spread
Goat milk cajeta spread is a thick, caramelized confection made by simmering goat's milk with sugar until reduced to a creamy paste, flavored with vanilla and salt. This food preparation of goods of heading 04.01 to 04.04 contains no cocoa and qualifies under tariff item 1901.90.31 as an ice cream mix or ice milk mix within access commitment.
Goat Milk Cajeta with Vanilla
Goat milk cajeta with vanilla is a premium caramelized milk confection infused with real vanilla beans, slowly simmered for use in crepes, ice cream toppings, or direct consumption. As a cocoa-free food preparation of goods of heading 04.01 to 04.04, it falls under tariff item 1901.90.31 as an ice cream mix or ice milk mix within access commitment.
Mixed Goat-Sheep Cajeta Spread
Mixed goat-sheep cajeta spread is an artisanal caramel blend of goat and sheep milks, reduced with organic sugar for a balanced, nutty flavor. This food preparation of goods of heading 04.01 to 04.04 contains no cocoa and qualifies under tariff item 1901.90.31 as an ice cream mix or ice milk mix within access commitment.
Sheep Milk Cajeta Dulce de Leche
Sheep milk cajeta dulce de leche is a traditional Mexican cajeta made from sheep's milk, slowly cooked with cane sugar to achieve a rich, fudgy texture. As a cocoa-free food preparation of goods of heading 04.01 to 04.04, it falls under tariff item 1901.90.31 as an ice cream mix or ice milk mix within access commitment.