Instant Oatmeal Packet from Mexico
Pre-cooked rolled oats with added malt extract and starch for quick preparation, sold in single-serve packets. Falls under HTS 1901.90.91 as a food preparation of groats, meal, and malt extract without cocoa.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm no dairy from 0401-0404 or keep under 5% cocoa to stay in 1901
• Provide processing details showing 'beyond Chapter 11' preparation like cooking or flavoring
• Avoid bulk packaging misclassification as Chapter 11 unmilled grains