Canned Macaroni and Cheese

Pre-cooked elbow macaroni canned in creamy cheese sauce. This ready-to-eat product is classified under HTS 1902.30.00.20 as canned, otherwise prepared pasta. Cheese sauce processing qualifies it beyond basic Chapter 11 meals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+35.0%41.4%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.90.97.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.4%

If cheese sauce predominant over pasta

Dairy preparations take precedence if pasta is vehicle for cheese.

1901.90Lower: 16.4% vs 41.4%

If dairy-based flour mixes pre-pasta formation

Pre-pasta dough mixes with cheese classify under infant food or dairy analogs.

2106.90.52.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.4%

If highly compounded food prep

Complex mixtures beyond simple pasta may fall under general food preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for milk solids content; high dairy may prompt reclassification review

Ensure pH levels meet low-acid canned food regs (21 CFR 113) for FDA entry