Solid Malt Extract Powder
A dehydrated, solid form of malt extract derived from sprouted barley, used primarily in brewing, baking, and as a natural sweetener in food products. It falls under HTS 1901.90.20.00 as solid or condensed malt extract, not containing cocoa and not elsewhere specified.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in liquid form
Liquid malt extracts are classified separately from solid or condensed forms under the same heading.
If containing over 5% dairy solids
Preparations with significant dairy components from headings 0401-0404 exceed the less than 5% cocoa limit and fall under other food prep categories.
If minimally processed as malt flour
Less processed malt in flour form is covered under Chapter 11 headings rather than prepared extracts in Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify moisture content to confirm 'solid or condensed' status; provide certificates of analysis showing no cocoa content; ensure labeling distinguishes from liquid extracts to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 1901.90.20.00
Brewer's Condensed Malt Extract
A thick, condensed solid malt extract tailored for homebrewing and commercial beer production, providing fermentable sugars and flavor. Classified under HTS 1901.90.20.00 due to its solid/condensed state and exclusion from cocoa-containing or dairy-dominant preparations.
Food-Grade Condensed Malt Extract
Solid condensed malt extract used in confectionery, cereals, and nutritional bars for its caramel flavor and sweetness. It qualifies for HTS 1901.90.20.00 as a pure malt extract product in condensed form without cocoa.
Organic Solid Malt Extract
Certified organic solid malt extract from barley, condensed for use in health foods and infant nutrition. Falls under HTS 1901.90.20.00 as a non-cocoa malt extract in solid form.
Diastatic Condensed Malt Powder
Solid diastatic malt extract powder with active enzymes for baking dough conditioning. HTS 1901.90.20.00 covers this as condensed malt extract for food prep without cocoa.
Bakery Solid Malt Extract
Solid malt extract blocks or powder for commercial bakery flavor enhancement and browning. Classified in HTS 1901.90.20.00 for its condensed malt composition sans cocoa.
Confectionery Condensed Malt
Condensed solid malt extract used in hard candies and chews for natural sweetness. Under HTS 1901.90.20.00 as a basic malt extract preparation.