HS Code 2106 — Miscellaneous Food Preparations

This 'basket' code covers all food preparations that are not specifically mentioned elsewhere in the HS system. It includes diverse items like protein concentrates, vitamin supplements in food form, flavoured sugar syrups, and compound preparations used in beverage manufacturing.

What's included

Protein powder (flavoured)
Dietary supplements (tablets/capsules)
Flavoured sugar syrups
Royal jelly capsules
Beverage concentrates for soda fountains

What's excluded

Natural honey → use 0409 (Pure natural products belong in earlier chapters; 2106 is for mixtures or processed preparations.)
Medicaments → use 3004 (Products with therapeutic or prophylactic properties are classified as medicines.)

Common examples

Whey protein isolate (chocolate flavour)
Multivitamin gummy bears
Starbucks Vanilla Coffee Syrup
Herbal tea mixtures (non-medicinal)

Frequently asked questions

Is pure protein under 2106?

Often yes. If it is a food preparation like a flavoured shake, it falls here. Pure chemical proteins like casein or albumin may fall under chapter 35.

Trade & shipping notes

Typical duty range: 0% - 20%
Documentation: High scrutiny on 'Sugar content' and 'Milk solid' percentages for duty and quota purposes.
Typical shipping mode: Mixed
Top exporters: United States, Germany, Netherlands
Top importers: China, United Kingdom, Canada

Key takeaway

2106 is the ultimate catch-all code for processed food products that don't fit any specific HS heading.

Miscellaneous Food Preparations