Jamaican Dairy Rum Balls from Germany
Rum-infused chocolate dairy balls from Jamaica with >10% milk solids and sugar described in chapter 17 note 8. Entered pursuant to 2106.90.78.00 provisions as qualifying NESOI preparations. The alcohol is minor; classification driven by milk/sugar profile.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• TTB approval needed for rum content; coordinate with FDA for dairy
• Declare exact alcohol by volume to avoid misclassification
• Ensure note 8 eligibility by excluding non-qualifying country blends