Frozen Peanut Coconut Waffle Sticks
Frozen peanut coconut waffle sticks are stick-shaped waffles with peanut and coconut, kept frozen. They fall under tariff item 1905.32.99 as 'other' waffles and wafers, being sweet bakers' wares prepared beyond the scope of Chapter 10 or 11, with no cocoa or meat content exceeding legal limits.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3% | — | 3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the waffle sticks contain 25% or more by weight of wheat and are within the access commitment
Wheat-based waffle sticks may qualify for a lower duty rate under the quota.
If the product is primarily a nut and coconut mixture
Preparations of nuts and coconut may be classified under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the coconut content does not introduce Chapter 20 classification issues; the waffle should remain primary
• Keep the product frozen and document this for CBSA
• Verify wheat content for potential tariff rate quota application
Related Products under Tariff item 1905.32.99
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Frozen or ready-to-heat waffles topped with chocolate chips, made from wheat flour batter leavened and baked into thin, crispy sheets. These are sweet waffles, a type of baker's ware, processed beyond the basic preparations of Chapter 10 or 11.
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