Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included
In plain English
This heading covers food preparations that are not specified or included elsewhere. One category includes protein, concentrates, and textured protein substances. The remaining food preparations fall into a separate category not listed in the first group.
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Covered items classified under 2106
- 2106.90Melatonin— country-by-country customs rules
- 2106.90Food Supplements (Commercial)— country-by-country customs rules
- 2106.10, 2106.90Protein Powder— country-by-country customs rules
Chapter 21 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Protein powders: 2106.10 (concentrate) or 2106.90 (formulated supplement). Coffee creamers: Chapter 04 if > 60% dairy, Chapter 21 otherwise. Cocoa-based 2106 preparations may shift to Chapter 18 if cocoa-powder-dominant.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther headings in Chapter 21
- 2101 — Extracts, essences, concentrates of coffee, tea or mate; preparations …
- 2102 — Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell micro-organisms, dead (…
- 2103 — Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasoning…
- 2104 — Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food…
- 2105 — Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa