Sugar-Free Salad Dressing from Mexico
Oil-vinegar emulsion dressing sweetened with artificial sweeteners, classified under 2106.90.94. Qualifies for USMCA 9823.10.44 when meeting note 10(b)(2) sugar rules and general note 11 origin requirements. Emulsified for pourable consistency.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Oil content percentage critical for distinguishing from mayonnaise
• USMCA certificate must specify note 10(b)(2) sugar compliance
• Shelf-stable formulation requires appropriate preservative documentation