Chocolate Protein Powder Blend from Mexico
Whey protein powder flavored with cocoa, classified as a food preparation containing cocoa under general note 15 at HTS 1806.90.01.00. Entered pursuant to trade provisions for qualifying origins.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document protein and cocoa ratios for classification; obtain prior notice for FDA import
• Pitfall: mislabeling as infant formula triggers different rules