2106.90.99.95—Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, frozen
General
6.4%
Units
kg
Column 2
20%
Special
Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
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Plain-English explanation
HTS 2106.90.99.95 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, frozen. It's a 10-digit statistical line in Chapter 21: Miscellaneous edible preparations, Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits, Vinegar; Tobacco, used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to determine the duty rate at entry. 1 Chapter 99 tariff modification currently stacks on top of the base rate.
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Tariff modifications(1)
Chapter 99 overlays that stack on the base rate
| Code | Authority | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9903.19.22 | other | Free |
Recent CBP rulings(5)
Past CBP decisions classifying real products under this HTS code. Useful precedent when classifying a similar product — each ruling shows how CBP interpreted the code for a specific case.
The tariff classification of an imitation meat product from the United Kingdom
The tariff classification of Plant-Based Chicken from Finland In your letter dated August 14, 2025, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client, Valio USA, Inc. An ingredients breakdown, a narrative description of the manufacturing process and a sample of the product accompanied your inquiry. The sample was examined and discarded. The subject merchandise, “Plant-Based Chicken Pieces,” are described as plant-based chicken pieces in a mild marinade that are intended for use as a meat alternative in a variety of culinary applications. The product is comprised of water, pea protein isolate, gluten free wholegrain oat flour, steel cut oats, canola oil, natural flavoring, sugar, natural lemon flavoring and natural thyme flavoring. The product is packaged in heat resistant film packages and pasteurized so that the vegetative microbes are destroyed. Plant-Based Chicken Pieces will be imported frozen, in 1.5-kilogram packaging. Directions on the packaging information p
The tariff classification of an imitation meat product from the United Kingdom
The tariff classification of fish products from Japan.
Source: CBP CROSS (view all rulings on rulings.cbp.gov →)
Frequently asked questions
What is HTS code 2106.90.99.95?
HTS 2106.90.99.95 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, frozen. It belongs to Chapter 21 of the HTSUS.
What is the general duty rate for HTS 2106.90.99.95?
The general (Column 1) duty rate for HTS 2106.90.99.95 is 6.4%. This is the most-favored-nation (MFN) rate that applies to imports from World Trade Organization member countries.
Are there preferential or trade-program rates for HTS 2106.90.99.95?
Yes. Imports of HTS 2106.90.99.95 from countries party to a trade program (such as USMCA, KORUS, GSP, or the African Growth and Opportunity Act) may qualify for the special rate: Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG). Eligibility depends on rules of origin and certification.
What is the Column 2 (statutory) rate for HTS 2106.90.99.95?
The Column 2 rate for HTS 2106.90.99.95 is 20%. This rate applies to imports from countries that do not have normal trade relations with the United States (currently Cuba and North Korea).
Are there Section 301 or Section 232 tariffs on HTS 2106.90.99.95?
Yes — HTS 2106.90.99.95 is covered by other provision 9903.19.22 (Free). Open the code page for the full overlay stack with effective dates and country scopes.
Does HTS 2106.90.99.95 have any antidumping or countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders?
No active AD/CVD orders currently flag HTS 2106.90.99.95 in Tandom's catalog. Tandom monitors Federal Register notices daily; a flag will appear here within 24h of any new order's publication.
Trade programs(16)
Free Trade Agreement and special-program eligibility
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