Kosher Passover Matzo Ball Mix from China
A dry mix of matzo meal, potato starch, and seasonings for preparing traditional Passover matzo balls, complying with general note 15 for kosher certification. It falls under HTS 1901.20.42.00 as a food preparation of flour and starch not containing cocoa, intended for bakers' wares like dumplings. Entered pursuant to provisions allowing duty-free import for religious observance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain kosher certification from approved agencies listed in general note 15 to qualify for duty-free entry; include certificate with entry documents
• Verify no cocoa content exceeds limits and product is solely for preparation of heading 1905 wares like matzo balls