Gluten-Free Baking Mix from Japan
A dry blend of rice flour, xanthan gum, and baking powder for making bread or muffins, free of wheat gluten. It is classified under 2106.90.99 as a food preparation not specifically enumerated, unlike basic flours in Chapter 11.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Gluten-free claims need third-party testing; mislabeling leads to FDA detention
• Declare all additives like gums; pitfall is classification as unprepared flour (Chapter 11, lower duty)
• Bulk packaging avoids retail prep scrutiny under 2106.90.74