Soups, Broths & Preparations Therefor

Commercially prepared soups and broths enter the US under three 10-digit lines that distinguish dried preparations (2104100020), non-dried fish- and seafood-based products (2104100040), and all other non-dried soups and broths (2104100060) — a split that affects both duty treatment and FDA labeling requirements for net-weight declarations. Products containing meat or poultry components may trigger additional USDA FSIS admissibility review depending on ingredient composition, so importers should confirm the governing agency before shipment. Canada and Mexico are the leading suppliers, with South Korea, Vietnam, and China also contributing meaningfully, reflecting strong demand for Asian-style instant and ready-to-eat soup formats. Moisture content, packaging format, and base ingredient are the primary classification determinants within this heading.