Peanut Nougat Bites from Mexico
Soft nougat confection with peanut butter swirls and whole peanuts, individually wrapped for retail. Classified in 1704.90.35.20 for its peanut butter content in a sugar confectionery base, ready for immediate consumption without cocoa. Meets subheading criteria for retail sweetmeats.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Allergen labeling mandatory; declare peanut content to prevent FDA holds at entry
• Use ISF filings early due to sugar quota scrutiny; monitor USDA announcements
• Differentiate from cough drops (1704.90.25) by confirming no menthol/eucalyptol