Flavored Coffee Whitener Granules

Granulated whitener with coffee extract base, vanilla flavoring, and over 65% sugar, used in coffee drinks. Falls under 2101.12.4800 for its coffee preparation character and sugar content.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+17.5%26%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1901.90Lower: 16.4% vs 26%

If containing significant milk powder

Dairy-based coffee whiteners (Yuban-type) classified with milk preparations in Chapter 19.

2101.12Same rate: 26%

If sugar content ≤65% by dry weight

Same coffee basis but lower sugar moves to unrestricted subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'coffee preparation' not dairy product to avoid 0402 scrutiny

Include flavor profile documentation showing coffee as principal basis

Monitor non-coffee additives to stay under 20% meat/dairy exclusion threshold

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