Industrial Butterfat Malt Extract Mix

A blend of malt extract, starch, and high-butterfat dairy powder over 5.5%, intended for ice cream base production. Classified in HTS 1901.90.72.00 due to its composition from malt extract and dairy goods of 0401-0404, with bulk industrial packaging.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10.2%+17.5%27.7%
🇲🇽Mexico10.2%+10.0%20.2%
🇨🇦Canada10.2%+10.0%20.2%
🇩🇪Germany10.2%+10.0%20.2%
🇯🇵Japan10.2%+10.0%20.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1901.20Lower: 18.5% vs 27.7%

If predominantly malt extract without high dairy

Pure malt extract preparations without significant butterfat dairy fall under specific 1901.20 heading.

0404.90Lower: 18.5% vs 27.7%

If mainly dairy whey powder

Predominantly whey-based products without flour/groats revert to Chapter 4 dairy provisions.

1905.31.00Lower: 17.5% vs 27.7%

If baked into sweet biscuits post-prep

Further processing into finished bakery goods changes to Chapter 19 heading 1905.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit detailed formulation sheets showing malt extract and dairy ratios; ensure no cocoa to stay in 1901

Use industrial drums or totes for packaging to evidence non-retail intent

Watch for reclassification if butterfat tests low; require pre-shipment testing

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