Almond Milk Liquid
Ready-to-drink beverage produced from ground almonds and water, fortified with vitamins to replicate milk's nutritional profile. Falls under HTS 2106.90.99.80 as a non-dairy cream or milk substitute designed for direct replacement in consumer diets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If positioned primarily as a non-alcoholic beverage without food prep claims
Waters including mineral/flavored varieties cover nut-based drinks not explicitly for culinary substitution.
If sold as mixed fruit/nut juices with over 50% juice content
Juice blends shift to Chapter 20 if emphasizing fruit content over milk mimicry.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure shelf-life stability documentation for liquid products to prevent spoilage claims during transit
• Label clearly as 'not a dairy product' to comply with FDA naming conventions and avoid misclassification
• Test for pasteurization standards to meet U.S. food safety import requirements
Related Products under HTS 2106.90.99.80
Soy Milk Powder
Dehydrated powder made from soybeans, used as a direct substitute for dairy milk in beverages, baking, and cooking. Classified under HTS 2106.90.99.80 as a milk substitute due to its plant-based composition mimicking the properties and uses of cow's milk without containing actual dairy.
Oat Milk Concentrate
Thickened liquid concentrate from oats, used in coffee shops and home preparation as a milk pourable substitute. HTS 2106.90.99.80 applies to this other cream/milk substitute due to its emulsified texture and dairy-replacement function.
Coconut Creamer Powder
Powdered non-dairy creamer derived from coconut oil and solids, used in coffee and tea for whitening and flavor. Classified in HTS 2106.90.99.80 as a cream substitute not covered elsewhere in Chapter 21.
Rice Milk Beverage
Sweetened liquid made from rice starch and water, serving as a hypoallergenic milk alternative for cereals and drinks. HTS 2106.90.99.80 covers this as other milk substitutes outside specific exclusions.
Hemp Milk Liquid
Nutty liquid emulsion from hemp seeds, providing protein-rich dairy replacement for smoothies and cooking. Falls under HTS 2106.90.99.80 for novel plant-based milk substitutes.
Cashew Milk Powder
Instant powder from cashews, reconstituted with water as a creamy non-dairy milk for lattes and recipes. HTS 2106.90.99.80 designates it as other milk/cream substitutes.