Zwieback Rusks from China
Zwieback rusks are twice-baked, dry, crispy biscuits traditionally made from wheat flour, sugar, and eggs, often flavored with vanilla or anise. They fall under HTS 1905.40.00.00 as classic rusks, which are specifically toasted or baked products designed for dunking in beverages. This classification covers these bakers' wares due to their double-baking process resulting in a hard, toasted texture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify ingredient lists comply with FDA labeling for allergens like wheat and eggs; obtain certificates of origin for potential preferential duty rates; watch for misclassification as plain biscuits which could trigger audits