HS Code 2106.90 : Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
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The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, other is 2106.90. Under the 2026 United States (USITC HTS), the representative MFN general duty rate is 2.9¢/kg [USITC HTS 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Subheading .90
.90
Other
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
United States (USITC HTS 2026)
2106.90
MODULE 5: US IMPORT DUTY & FEE BREAKDOWN (LANDED COST STACK)
Federal Import VAT / GST
0.00%
US Has NO Federal VAT
Notice: Duty rates and trade remedies change frequently (Section 301, Section 232, anti-dumping orders, de minimis thresholds). Duty calculations are estimates for informational purposes only. Always verify exact rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or a licensed customs broker prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)
FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert
Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
ACE PGA Message-Set Flags:
FDA (FOO): Prior Notice (PN) + Food Facility Registration
Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other
MODULE 11: Official CBP CROSS Binding Classification Rulings
No ruling cached for HS 2106.90.
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Search Live CBP CROSS Database for 2106.90 →US National HTS Tariff Lines (2106.90)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2106.90 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 2106.90.03.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Products derived from the dried milk, dried buttermilk or dried whey of subheadings 0402.10, 0402.21.05, 0402.21.25, 0402.21.30, 0402.21.50, 0403.90.41, 0403.90.45, 0404.10.50 or 0404.10.90, which contain not over 5.5 percent by weight of butterfat and which are mixed with other ingredients including, but not limited to sugar, if such mixtures contain over 16 percent milk solids by weight, are capable of being further processed or mixed with similar ingredients and are not prepared for marketing to the retail consumer in the identical form and package in which imported, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 2.9¢/kg | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 12.1¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.06.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Products derived from the dried milk, dried buttermilk or dried whey of subheadings 0402.10, 0402.21.05, 0402.21.25, 0402.21.30, 0402.21.50, 0403.90.41, 0403.90.45, 0404.10.50 or 0404.10.90, which contain not over 5.5 percent by weight of butterfat and which are mixed with other ingredients including, but not limited to sugar, if such mixtures contain over 16 percent milk solids by weight, are capable of being further processed or mixed with similar ingredients and are not prepared for marketing to the retail consumer in the identical form and package in which imported, Described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 2.9¢/kg | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 12.1¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.09.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Products derived from the dried milk, dried buttermilk or dried whey of subheadings 0402.10, 0402.21.05, 0402.21.25, 0402.21.30, 0402.21.50, 0403.90.41, 0403.90.45, 0404.10.50 or 0404.10.90, which contain not over 5.5 percent by weight of butterfat and which are mixed with other ingredients including, but not limited to sugar, if such mixtures contain over 16 percent milk solids by weight, are capable of being further processed or mixed with similar ingredients and are not prepared for marketing to the retail consumer in the identical form and package in which imported, Other | 86.2¢/kg | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,SG) See 9822.04.25 (AU) See 9823.08.01-9823.08.38 (S+) See 9918.04.60-9918.04.80 (CO) | $1.014/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.12.00 | Other, Compound alcoholic preparations of an alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 0.5 percent vol., of a kind used for the manufacture of beverages, Containing not over 20 percent of alcohol by weight | 4.2¢/kg + 1.9% | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 44¢/kg + 25% | kg |
| 2106.90.15.00 | Other, Compound alcoholic preparations of an alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 0.5 percent vol., of a kind used for the manufacture of beverages, Containing over 20 percent but not over 50 percent of alcohol by weight | 8.4¢/kg + 1.9% | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 88¢/kg + 25% | kg |
| 2106.90.18.00 | Other, Compound alcoholic preparations of an alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 0.5 percent vol., of a kind used for the manufacture of beverages, Containing over 50 percent of alcohol by weight | 17¢/kg + 1.9% | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | $1.76/kg + 25% | kg |
| 2106.90.22.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Butter substitutes containing over 45 percent by weight of butterfat, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 15.4¢/kg | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 31¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.24.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Butter substitutes containing over 45 percent by weight of butterfat, Described in additional U.S. note 14 to chapter 4 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 15.4¢/kg | Free (A+,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 31¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.26.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Butter substitutes containing over 45 percent by weight of butterfat, Other | $1.996/kg | Free (BH,CL,CO,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,SG) See 9822.04.10 (AU) See 9823.03.01-9823.03.12 (S+) | $2.348/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.28.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other | 13.1¢/kg | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 31¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.32.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Other, Butter substitutes containing over 45 percent by weight of butterfat, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 15.4¢/kg | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 31¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.34.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Other, Butter substitutes containing over 45 percent by weight of butterfat, Described in additional U.S. note 14 to chapter 4 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 15.4¢/kg | Free (A+,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 31¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.36.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Other, Butter substitutes containing over 45 percent by weight of butterfat, Other | $1.996/kg | Free (BH,CL,CO,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,SG) See 9822.04.10 (AU) See 9823.03.01-9823.03.12 (S+) | $2.348/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.38.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Butter substitutes, whether in liquid or solid state, containing over 15 percent by weight of butter or other fats or oils derived from milk, Other, Other | 13.1¢/kg | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 31¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.39.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Artificially sweetened cough drops | Free | Free | 30% | kg |
| 2106.90.42.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Syrups derived from cane or beet sugar, containing added coloring but not added flavoring matter, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 3.6606¢/kg of total sugars | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E*,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 6.58170¢/kg of total sugars | kg |
| 2106.90.44.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Syrups derived from cane or beet sugar, containing added coloring but not added flavoring matter, Described in additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 andentered pursuant to its provisions | 3.6606¢/kg of total sugars | Free (A*,BH,CL,CO,D,E*,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) See 9822.05.15 (P+) | 6.58170¢/kg of total sugars | kg |
| 2106.90.46.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Syrups derived from cane or beet sugar, containing added coloring but not added flavoring matter, Other | 35.74¢/kg | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 42.05¢/kg | kg |
| 2106.90.48.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Fruit or vegetable juices, fortified with vitamins or minerals, Orange juice | 7.85¢/liter | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 18¢/liter | liters |
| 2106.90.52.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Fruit or vegetable juices, fortified with vitamins or minerals, Other, Juice of any single fruit or vegetable | The rate applicable to the natural juice in heading 2009 | Free (AU,BH,CL,CO,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)The rate applicable to the natural juice in heading 2009 (A*,D) | The rate applicable to the natural juice in heading 2009 | liters |
| 2106.90.54.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Fruit or vegetable juices, fortified with vitamins or minerals, Other, Mixtures of juices | The rate applicable to the natural juice in heading 2009 | Free (AU,BH,CL,CO,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)The rate applicable to the natural juice in heading 2009 (A*,D) | The rate applicable to the natural juice in heading 2009 | liters |
| 2106.90.58 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Of gelatin | 4.8% | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 25% | — |
| 2106.90.58.30 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Of gelatin, Put up for retail sale, Containing sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.58.50 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Of gelatin, Put up for retail sale, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.58.70 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Of gelatin, Other, Containing sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.58.90 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Of gelatin, Other, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.62.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.64.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, dairy products described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, Described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.66.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, dairy products described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, Other | 70.4¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,SG) See 9822.04.25 (AU) See 9823.08.01-9823.08.38 (S+) See 9918.04.60, 9918.04.67 (CO) | 82.8¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.68.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, Described in additional U.S. note 9 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (CO,KR,OM,PA,PE,S) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.72.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, Other | 70.4¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 82.8¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.74.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17, Described in additional U.S. note 7 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (CO,KR,OM,PA,PE,S) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.76.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17, Other | 70.4¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 82.8¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.78.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17, Described in additional U.S. note 8 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (A+,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.80.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17, Other | 70.4¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 82.8¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.82.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Containing over 10 percent by weight of milk solids, Other, Other | 6.4% | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.83.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.85.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, dairy products described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, Described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.87.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, dairy products described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, Other | 28.8¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,SG) See 9822.04.25 (AU) See 9823.08.01-9823.08.38 (S+) See 9918.04.60, 9918.04.79 (CO) | 33.9¢/kg +10% | kg |
| 2106.90.89.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, Described in additional U.S. note 9 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (CO,KR,OM,PA,PE,S) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.91.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, Other | 28.8¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 33.9¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.92.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17, Described in additional U.S. note 7 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (CO,KR,OM,PA,PE,S) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.94.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17, Other | 28.8¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 33.9¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.95.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17, Described in additional U.S. note 8 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | Free (A+,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | kg |
| 2106.90.97.00 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17, Other | 28.8¢/kg + 8.5% | Free (BH,CL,JO,KR,OM,SG) See 9822.05.20 (P+) See 9822.06.10 (PE) See 9822.08.01 (CO) See 9822.09.17 (PA) See 9823.10.01-9823.10.45 (S+) See 9822.03.01(MA) | 33.9¢/kg + 10% | kg |
| 2106.90.99 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other | 6.4% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 20% | — |
| 2106.90.99.71 | Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Preparations for the manufacture of beverages, Containing high-intensity sweeteners (e.g., aspartame and/or saccharin | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.72 | Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Preparations for the manufacture of beverages, Containing sugar derived from sugar cane and/or sugar beets | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.73 | Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Preparations for the manufacture of beverages, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.75 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Non-dairy coffee whiteners | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.80 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other cream or milk substitutes | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.85 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Confectionery (including gum) containing synthetic sweetening agents (e.g., saccharin) instead of sugar | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.87 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Herbal teas and herbal infusions comprising mixed herbs | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.88 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Flavored honey | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.90 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Canned | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.91 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Frozen | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.92 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Containing sugar derived from sugar cane and/or sugar beets | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.93 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Certified organic | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 2106.90.99.94 | Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2106.10 | Subheading under Heading 2106 | Compare Subheading 2106.10 → |
MODULE 13: Industry Classification & Crosswalk Mesh (NAICS & Schedule B)
U.S. Census NAICS Code
U.S. Census Schedule B (Exports)
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 21 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗
Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other.
CBP CROSS Ruling Database (2106.90) ↗
Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 2106.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other is classified under HS 2106.90 (Heading 2106, Chapter 21). The representative US MFN general duty rate is 2.9¢/kg.
How is HS 2106.90 distinguished within Heading 2106 (Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included)?
Heading 2106 covers Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included. Subheading 2106.90 specifically isolates Other. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2106.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2106.90?
Related subheadings under Heading 2106 include 2106.10. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 2106.90 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other?
Commercial shipments of Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, Other with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 2106.90?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What FDA Prior Notice requirements apply to commercial imports under HS 2106.90?
Under the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act (21 CFR 1.276), FDA Prior Notice must be submitted electronically via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival.
How is the specific duty rate (2.9¢/kg) calculated for HS 2106.90?
HS 2106.90 carries a quantity-based specific or compound duty rate (2.9¢/kg). Customs duties are calculated based on physical net weight/volume rather than purely invoice ad valorem value.
What U.S. Census NAICS industry code corresponds to HS 2106.90?
HS 2106.90 maps to NAICS code 311514 (Dairy Product Manufacturing) under official U.S. Census Bureau trade concordance tables.
Does the United States assess federal VAT or GST on imports of HS 2106.90?
No. The United States does NOT charge a federal Value-Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) on imports. Importers pay customs duty + MPF + HMF (if ocean freight).
How are Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) calculated?
MPF is assessed at 0.3464% of entered value (min $32.71, max $634.62 per entry). HMF is assessed at 0.125% on ocean freight shipments entering US ports.
What is the Section 321 de minimis duty-free threshold for HS 2106.90?
Under Section 321 (19 U.S.C. 1321), eligible shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free and tax-free.
What U.S. Customs bond requirements apply to commercial entries under HS 2106.90?
Formal entries with customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require a continuous customs entry bond (CBP Form 301) to guarantee payment of duties, taxes, and fees.
What Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) rules apply to ocean imports of HS 2106.90?
Ocean container shipments bound for US ports require electronic ISF 10+2 submission via ACE at least 24 hours before loading at foreign ports.
How do USMCA preference rules apply to commercial imports under HS 2106.90?
Qualifying originating goods from Canada or Mexico meeting USMCA tariff-shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter duty-free under SPI code 'P'.