Meal Replacement Protein Bar Base
A bulk mix of whey protein, oats, and binders for manufacturing meal replacement bars, not fully assembled. HTS 2106.90.99 covers this as an NESOI food prep, separate from finished bars in 1806 or 1905.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finished sweet bars with cereal content over 40%
Completed snack bars classify under Chapter 19.
If chocolate-coated as a confection
Chocolate-added bars go to Chapter 18.
If homogenized with fruits/nuts for infant use under 250g
Infant composites fit 2104 definition.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'industrial use' on invoices to avoid retail bar duties; photos of packaging help
• Nutritional labeling mandatory even for bulk; watch sodium/phosphorus claims
• Avoid meat content over 20% to stay out of Chapter 16
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