High-Sugar Instant Pancake Mix from China
An instant mix of wheat flour, starch, sugar (over 65% dry weight), and malt extract for pancakes, not containing cocoa. Classified under HTS 1901.90.68.00 as a food preparation of flour, groats, meal, starch, or malt extract in the high-sugar 'other' category. Designed for quick retail preparation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
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
• Label accurately with ingredient breakdown to prove flour/starch/malt base and sugar percentage for correct subheading
• Ensure no milk solids trigger dairy TRQ; use vegetable-based alternatives if applicable to avoid quota issues