HTS US: 2103.XX.XXXX
Description
The HTS Code 2103 encompasses a broad range of edible sauces and preparations, as well as mixed condiments and seasonings. This includes well-known products such as soy sauce, tomato ketchup, mustard flour and meal, prepared mustard, and other sauces derived from fish or yeast extracts. These products are commonly used to enhance flavor in culinary applications and are typically sold in various container sizes.
Specifically, this heading covers:
- Soy sauce: A fermented liquid condiment made from soybeans, roasted grain, water, and salt, widely used in Asian cuisine.
- Tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces: Includes tomato ketchup as well as other tomato-based sauces differentiated by container size.
- Mustard flour and meal, and prepared mustard: Ground mustard seeds and ready-to-use mustard sauces.
- Other sauces and preparations: Includes fish-based sauces, nonalcoholic yeast extract preparations, mayonnaise, and salad dressings.
Code Hierarchy
- Section IV: Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits and Vinegar; Tobacco (Chapters 16-24)
- Chapter 21: Miscellaneous edible preparations
- Heading 2103: Sauces and preparations thereof; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings; mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2103.XX.XXXX– The last digits specify the exact product type and packaging details.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 2103 is divided into several 6-digit and further 10-digit subheadings that classify sauces and condiments by type and packaging specifics. Below is a comprehensive table illustrating these classifications:
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2103.10.00.00 | Soy sauce | A fermented liquid condiment used extensively in Asian cuisines. |
| 2103.20 | Tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces: | Primary category for tomato-based sauces. |
| 2103.20.20.00 | Tomato ketchup | Standard tomato ketchup product. |
| 2103.20.40 | Other tomato sauces | Varieties other than ketchup. |
| 2103.20.40.20 | In containers holding less than 1.4 kg | Smaller packaging, typically retail sizes. |
| 2103.20.40.40 | Other | Other container sizes or packaging types. |
| 2103.30 | Mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard: | Includes ground mustard seeds and ready-made mustard sauces. |
| 2103.30.20.00 | Mustard flour and meal | Ground mustard seeds used as an ingredient. |
| 2103.30.40.00 | Prepared mustard | Mustard sauces ready for consumption. |
| 2103.90 | Other sauces and preparations: | A diverse category including fish sauces, yeast extracts, mayonnaise, and salad dressings. |
| 2103.90.20.00 | Sauces derived or prepared from fish | Condiments made primarily from fish extracts. |
| 2103.90.40.00 | Nonalcoholic preparations of yeast extract (other than sauces) | Yeast extracts used as flavor enhancers, excluding sauces. |
| 2103.90.72.00 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | Special provisions under tariff schedule general note 15. |
| 2103.90.74.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 4 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | Products regulated under specific U.S. notes. |
| 2103.90.78.00 | Other | Miscellaneous sauces and preparations not elsewhere specified. |
| 2103.90.80.00 | Other | Additional uncategorized sauces and preparations. |
| 2103.90.90 | Other | Residual category for other sauces and dressings. |
| 2103.90.90.20 | Mayonnaise | Egg-based creamy sauce commonly used in salads and sandwiches. |
| 2103.90.90.40 | Other salad dressings | Various types of salad dressings excluding mayonnaise. |
| 2103.90.90.51 | In containers holding less than 1.4 kg | Smaller retail packaging. |
| 2103.90.90.59 | Other | Other packaging sizes or formulations. |
| 2103.90.90.91 | Other | Catch-all for unclassified sauces within this heading. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
Items excluded from this heading include:
- Prepared or preserved meats and meat products which fall under Chapter 16.
- Beverages, spirits, and vinegar classified under different chapters.
- Other condiments and seasonings not fitting the definitions of sauces, mixed condiments, mustard flour, or prepared mustard.
Notes
- Packaging Specifics: Many subheadings differentiate products based on container size, especially identifying packaging less than 1.4 kg for retail or consumer sales.
- Regulatory Provisions: Some codes reference special tariff schedule notes or U.S. notes that may affect duty rates or import requirements.
- Product Variety: The heading captures a wide variety of culinary sauces from different origins, including fermented, cooked, or processed condiments.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of tomato ketchup in retail bottles weighing 500 grams each.US HTS Code:
2103.20.40.20(Other tomato sauces in containers holding less than 1.4 kg)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Consult current USHTS for applicable rates
Additional Requirements: Compliance with FDA labeling and food safety standards.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2104: Soups and broths and preparations thereof; homogenized composite food preparations.
- HTS 2105: Ice cream and other edible ice, whether or not containing cocoa.
- HTS 1604: Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs.
