Wheat Flour Protein Fortifier Blend from Germany
A dry blend of wheat flour, vital wheat gluten, and starch used to boost protein content in bakery mixes. Falls under HTS 1901.90.91.95 as a food preparation of flour, meal, and starch not containing cocoa. Ideal for commercial bread production to improve dough strength and loaf volume.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document exact flour and starch percentages to confirm not classifiable as simple Chapter 11 flours
• Avoid retail packaging to prevent shift to 2106; use bulk for industrial duty advantages
• Test for any dairy components that could trigger headings 0401-0404 preparations if over 5% cocoa equivalent