Fruit Flavored Gelatin Dessert Mix from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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