Pesto alla Genovese Paste from Mexico
Basil-based paste with pine nuts, garlic, parmesan, and olive oil, used as sauce or condiment for pasta. HTS 2103.90.90.91 covers it as 'other' mixed preparation since cheese content is under 20% meat/offal threshold. Excludes Chapter 16 high-protein foods.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for <20% meat/dairy by weight per Chapter 21 note (e) to avoid Chapter 16
• Include nutritional breakdown on labels for FDA and CBP review
• Specify 'condiment paste' not 'sauce' if viscosity qualifies for seasoning