Sugar-Free Chocolate Protein Powder from Germany
A dietary supplement powder containing whey protein isolate, cocoa powder, and artificial sweeteners classified under HTS 2106.90.91 as a food preparation not elsewhere specified. It qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.10.43 when originating from Canada or Mexico per general note 11 and subchapter note 10(b)(2). The product is imported as a finished nutritional supplement for retail sale.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify USMCA origin certificate documentation per general note 11; ensure product meets subchapter note 10(b)(2) quantitative limits; maintain records proving 2106.90.91 classification as food preparation not principally sugar