What types of products are classified under HS-6 210500?

HS-6 210500 includes ice cream, sorbet, frozen yogurt, and other edible ice products, whether or not they contain cocoa.

Can I classify dairy-free ice cream under this HS code?

Yes, dairy-free ice cream can be classified under HS-6 210500 as long as it meets the criteria for ice cream or edible ice.

Are there specific packaging requirements for ice cream exports?

Yes, ice cream must be packaged to maintain its frozen state during transport, and labeling must comply with food safety regulations.

How do I determine if my product is ice cream or sorbet?

Ice cream typically contains dairy and has a creamy texture, while sorbet is dairy-free and made primarily from fruit and sugar.

What are the customs duties for importing ice cream?

Customs duties for ice cream vary by country and depend on factors like product composition and origin, so check with your customs broker.

Does HS-6 210500 cover ice cream bars?

Yes, ice cream bars, including those with cocoa or other flavors, fall under HS-6 210500.

What should I do if my product contains both ice cream and fruit?

If your product has a significant amount of fruit, it may require a different classification, so consult with a customs broker for guidance.

Can I use HS-6 210500 for ice cream sold in bulk?

Yes, ice cream sold in bulk can still be classified under HS-6 210500, provided it meets the product criteria.

HS-6 · Subheading

210500

Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

Heading 2105 — Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

Chapter 21: Miscellaneous edible preparations

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 210500 when importing or exporting ice cream and other edible ice products, including those with cocoa. For example, a shipment of chocolate ice cream cups would fall under this code.

This code specifically covers ice cream and similar frozen desserts, which can include various flavors and ingredients. In contrast, HS-6 210600 pertains to other edible preparations not classified as ice cream.

If you're dealing with products like sorbet or frozen yogurt, you should also consider this HS-6, as it encompasses a range of frozen treats, not just traditional ice cream.

Be aware that products like frozen fruit bars may also fit under this heading, but if they contain a significant amount of fruit and lack dairy, they might require a different classification.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-6 subheading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

ice cream products · edible ice classification · frozen desserts · cocoa ice cream · sorbet HS code · frozen yogurt imports · ice cream export regulations · edible preparations · frozen treats · chocolate ice cream · dairy-free ice cream · bulk ice cream shipments · ice cream packaging · frozen dessert classification · ice cream flavors · edible ice products · ice cream customs duties

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Vanilla ice cream in 1-liter tubs
Chocolate fudge swirl ice cream bars
Strawberry sorbet packaged in pints
Frozen yogurt with mixed berries in 500ml containers
Ice cream sandwiches with chocolate cookies
Cocoa-flavored edible ice pops
Gelato in assorted flavors sold in bulk
Dairy-free coconut ice cream in single-serve cups

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are classified under HS-6 210500?: HS-6 210500 includes ice cream, sorbet, frozen yogurt, and other edible ice products, whether or not they contain cocoa.
Can I classify dairy-free ice cream under this HS code?: Yes, dairy-free ice cream can be classified under HS-6 210500 as long as it meets the criteria for ice cream or edible ice.
Are there specific packaging requirements for ice cream exports?: Yes, ice cream must be packaged to maintain its frozen state during transport, and labeling must comply with food safety regulations.
How do I determine if my product is ice cream or sorbet?: Ice cream typically contains dairy and has a creamy texture, while sorbet is dairy-free and made primarily from fruit and sugar.
What are the customs duties for importing ice cream?: Customs duties for ice cream vary by country and depend on factors like product composition and origin, so check with your customs broker.
Does HS-6 210500 cover ice cream bars?: Yes, ice cream bars, including those with cocoa or other flavors, fall under HS-6 210500.
What should I do if my product contains both ice cream and fruit?: If your product has a significant amount of fruit, it may require a different classification, so consult with a customs broker for guidance.
Can I use HS-6 210500 for ice cream sold in bulk?: Yes, ice cream sold in bulk can still be classified under HS-6 210500, provided it meets the product criteria.

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HS-4 2105 Chapter 21

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