Plain Toasted Bread Croutons

Packaged plain croutons are cubed white bread slices heavily toasted for salad or soup use. Classified in HTS 1905.40.00.00 as similar toasted bread products, beyond fresh bread due to dehydration process.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1905.90Lower: 14.5% vs 17.5%

If flavored with herbs/garlic

Seasoned croutons may classify as prepared bakers' wares rather than plain toasted.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label as 'fully baked' to distinguish from fresh; check moisture content limits; common issue: bulk vs retail packaging affects duty

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