Fruit Flavored Gelatin Dessert Mix from Japan
Powdered mix primarily composed of gelatin, sugar, and fruit flavorings, prepared by adding hot water and chilling to form a wobbly dessert. It falls under HTS 2106.90.58.90 as a food preparation n.e.s. of gelatin, not qualifying as a simple dessert under heading 2106.90.48. Common brands include Jell-O fruit varieties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify gelatin content exceeds 70% by dry weight and ensure no prohibited meat/fish ingredients per Chapter 21 notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed ingredient lists and production process documentation; common pitfall is mislabeling as plain gelatin (3503)
• Check for sugar content thresholds that might shift to 2106.90.44 if exceeding specified limits