Sugar-Coated Rice Krispies from Mexico
Puffed rice cereal roasted and enrobed in cane sugar glaze, popular for breakfast or snacks. Classified under HTS 1904.10.00.40 due to swelling/roasting process of rice grains and explicit inclusion of cane/beet sugar. Beyond basic grain processing per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include certificates of analysis showing cane/beet sugar content to support tariff shift from sugar-free versions
• Package labeling must specify 'prepared cereals' to align with HTS description and avoid reclassification