Italian Vinaigrette Salad Dressing from China
A oil-and-vinegar based vinaigrette with olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, and bell peppers. It is categorized under HTS 2103.90.90.40 as 'other salad dressings' for its emulsified or separable oil-vinegar structure designed for salad application. Distinct from pure vinegars or ketchup.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.4%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify oil type (e.g
• olive) on labels per FDA; obtain COI for olive oil origin verification
• Shake-test for proper separation if claiming 'vinaigrette' to distinguish from creamy dressings
• Beware of mixed seasoning quotas under US note 3 for herb-heavy formulations