Rice Krispies Cereal from Mexico
Rice Krispies are puffed rice cereal obtained by swelling rice grains through heat and pressure, creating the signature snap, crackle, pop texture. Classified under HTS 1904.90.01 for pre-cooked, roasted cereal products not put up for retail sale. Excludes simple flaking or milling per Chapter Notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include production process certificates proving swelling/roasting to differentiate from Chapter 11 rice preparations
• Label accurately to show cereal base without exceeding vegetable flour limits from Chapter Note (b)
• Watch for contamination with cocoa over 6%, triggering reclassification to chocolate preparations in 1806