Cocoa Yeast Extract Spread from Mexico
Savory spread combining yeast extract with cocoa for umami-chocolate flavor profile, used on crackers. Falls in HTS 1806.90.90 as unique cocoa food preparation. Balances sweet-savory tastes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Highlight non-confection nature in entry docs; yeast content under 50%
• MSG-free claims need verification
• Butterfat testing essential for quota avoidance