Amaranth Puffs Bulk
Amaranth puffs are tiny seeds popped by rapid roasting, creating expanded cereal puffs for health foods. The amaranth is prepared by swelling, and the product is not excluded by chapter notes. It is classified under 1904.90.50 as an 'other' prepared cereal in bulk packaging not exceeding 11.34 kg.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the amaranth puffs are sold as a single-ingredient cereal
Heading 1904.10 covers prepared foods obtained by swelling or roasting of cereals, which may apply to single-ingredient puffs.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the amaranth is puffed or swelled, not in seed form, to avoid Chapter 10 classification
• Verify the package weight is within the 11.34 kg limit
• Provide a product specification sheet to CBSA to confirm the swelling process
Related Products under Tariff item 1904.90.50
Buckwheat Groat Clusters Roasted
Roasted buckwheat groat clusters are pre-cooked buckwheat grains swelled and clustered for use in cereals. The buckwheat is prepared beyond the basic grain form, and the product is not excluded by chapter notes. It is classified under 1904.90.50 as an 'other' prepared cereal in packages of 11.34 kg or less.
Buckwheat Groat Puffs
Buckwheat groat puffs are made by roasting and swelling buckwheat groats until they expand into light, crispy puffs. They are prepared beyond the basic grain form and are not excluded by the chapter note on groats, as they are puffed rather than in groat form. This product falls under tariff item 1904.90.50 because it is a prepared cereal obtained by swelling, packaged in retail-sized containers.
Bulk Puffed Millet
Bulk puffed millet grains are small cereals expanded by roasting, used in energy bars or infant foods. The millet is prepared by swelling, and the product is not excluded by chapter notes. It is classified under 1904.90.50 as an 'other' prepared cereal in bulk packaging not exceeding 11.34 kg.
Frozen Barley Flake Bars
Frozen barley flake bars are made by roasting barley flakes and binding them with other ingredients into a bar shape, then freezing. The barley is prepared beyond the basic grain form, and the product is not excluded by chapter notes as it contains no meat or cocoa. It is classified under 1904.90.50 as an 'other' prepared cereal in retail packaging.
Frozen Corn Flake Clusters
Frozen corn flake clusters are made by roasting and swelling corn flakes, then mixing them with honey and nuts and freezing the clusters. The product is a prepared cereal obtained by swelling and roasting, and it does not exceed the cocoa or meat thresholds in the chapter notes. It is classified under 1904.90.50 as an 'other' prepared cereal in packages of 11.34 kg or less.
Frozen Millet Puff Snacks
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