Ovaltine Chocolate Malt Drink Mix from Germany
Ovaltine is a popular milk-based chocolate-flavored malted beverage powder with barley malt extract, milk solids, sugar, and cocoa, often imported under General Note 15. It fits HTS 2202.99.22.00 as a flavored non-alcoholic beverage containing added sweetening matter derived from milk bases. The mix is typically dissolved in milk for a rich, fortified drink.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm proof of General Note 15 applicability through commercial invoices and origin declarations to secure favorable rates
• Test alcoholic strength to ensure under 0.5% vol. and label milk content accurately per FDA import requirements
• Watch for reclassification risks if packaging emphasizes nutritional fortification over beverage use