Cocoa Rice Krispie Treats from China
Marshmallow rice cereal squares mixed with cocoa and sugar over 10% by dry weight. HTS 1806.90.59.00 covers this as other cocoa food preparation not fitting bakery or specific chocolate categories. Cereal base with cocoa distinguishes it.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Declare cereal and cocoa ratios accurately to avoid chapter 19 bakery reclassification
• Provide nutritional labeling compliant with FDA for composite food products
• Confirm not subject to dairy import licenses if marshmallow component significant