Ovaltine Chocolate Malt Drink Mix from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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