Whole Wheat Rusk Biscuits
Whole wheat rusk biscuits are fiber-rich, twice-baked bars made from whole grain flour, offering a healthy snacking option. They are classified as rusks under heading 19.05, as they are prepared beyond the flours of Chapter 11 through baking and toasting.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the biscuits are leavened with yeast and contain less than 25% wheat by weight
This sibling item covers other yeast-leavened toasted products without the wheat threshold.
If leavened with yeast and containing 25% or more wheat, within access commitment
Yeast-leavened products with high wheat content are classified under this TRQ item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product does not contain more than 6% cocoa on a defatted basis, as that would shift to heading 18.06
• Verify the wheat content: if 25% or more and leavened with yeast, a sibling TRQ item may apply
• Provide the ingredient list and baking process to CBSA to confirm the rusk nature
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