Liquid Rice Malt Syrup Extract
A viscous fluid extract from malted rice, used in gluten-free baking and Asian cuisine ferments. Falls under HTS 1901.90.10.00 as fluid malt extract, processed beyond chapter 11 raw grains.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +20.0% | 20% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in flake or raw malt form
Unprocessed rice malt stays in 1108 as cereal preparations of chapter 11.
If compounded with flavors for retail syrup
Flavored retail food syrups are 'otherwise prepared' in 2106, beyond basic extract.
If mixed with flour or starch
Blends with flour/meal shift within 1901 to other food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document rice origin to avoid GMO concerns; ensure no dairy addition pushes to milk prep subheadings
• Specify Brix level in docs for fluid verification; pitfall is classification as starch sugar if overprocessed
• Comply with FDA prior notice for fluid foods; use food-grade containers
Related Products under HTS 1901.90.10.00
Liquid Barley Malt Extract
A fluid extract derived from malted barley, used primarily in brewing and baking for its enzymatic properties and fermentable sugars. Classified under HTS 1901.90.10.00 as fluid malt extract, not containing cocoa, fitting the definition from chapter note (a) referencing groats of chapter 11.
Fluid Wheat Malt Extract
Liquid malt extract produced from malted wheat, commonly used in craft beer production and as a natural sweetener in foods. It qualifies under HTS 1901.90.10.00 as fluid malt extract per heading 1901, distinct from dry forms.
Liquid Malted Milk Extract
Fluid blend of malt extract and milk solids, used in milkshakes and baking, with low cocoa if any. Fits HTS 1901.90.10.00 as food prep of headings 0401-0404 (milk), fluid form.
Rye Liquid Malt Extract
Fluid extract from malted rye grains, utilized in rye whiskey production and robust breads. Under HTS 1901.90.10.00 as fluid malt extract, processed per chapter 19 notes.
High Diastatic Fluid Malt Extract
Liquid malt extract with high enzyme activity for dough conditioning in bakery. HTS 1901.90.10.00 covers this fluid form used in food preps.
Fluid Corn Malt Extract
Liquid extract from malted corn, applied in sweeteners and spirits. Classed as fluid malt extract in HTS 1901.90.10.00.