Textured Pea Protein Chunks from China
Extruded pea protein formed into chunks mimicking meat texture for vegetarian burgers and sausages. Classified in HTS 3504.00.50.50 as other pea protein substances, nesoi, separate from food preparations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include extrusion process specs to confirm protein substance status vs finished food
• Obtain FDA food contact notifications if used in packaging simulations
• Test for moisture content as high levels may reclassify as perishable under Chapter 7