Commercial Croissant Dough Mix from Mexico
A bulk dough mix for professional bakeries containing over 25% butterfat, designed for preparing croissants under heading 1905. It consists of flour, malt extract, and high butterfat content, not put up for retail sale. Classified under 1901.20.40.00 as a food preparation of flour and malt extract not containing significant cocoa.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify butterfat content exceeds 25% via lab analysis for correct subheading; misclassification risks penalties
• Provide commercial invoices specifying non-retail bulk packaging and no cocoa content over limits
• Ensure FDA prior notice and facility registration for dairy-derived preparations to avoid holds