Standard International Trade Classification
U.S. imports of Homogenized Composite Food Preparations (SITC 09814) totaled $7.2M in August 2026, imported from 12 countries.
Importers of Homogenized Composite Food Preparations paid $807K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 11.16% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataComposite homogenized preparations — blending two or more food categories such as meat with vegetables, or fruit with cereal — are a staple of the infant-food and convenience-food sectors, where a single smooth product delivers multiple nutrient groups. Classification complexity is high because the essential character of the blend (meat-based vs. vegetable-based vs. cereal-based) determines which heading governs, and FSIS jurisdiction applies if the meat content crosses the threshold that defines a meat food product. FDA prior notice is required for all such imports, and labeling must accurately reflect every component species and ingredient. Importers should secure detailed formulation data from suppliers before shipment to avoid reclassification or detention at the port of entry.
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486 import shipments a month
USDA FSIS jurisdiction is triggered when the meat or poultry content of a composite preparation meets or exceeds the threshold that defines a meat food product under the Federal Meat Inspection Act or Poultry Products Inspection Act. Below that threshold, FDA governs. Because the threshold differs by species and product type, importers should confirm the exact meat percentage with the supplier and consult a licensed customs broker or FSIS-registered importer before entry.
Essential character is typically assessed by the ingredient that imparts the primary flavor, nutritional profile, or commercial identity — often the ingredient present in the greatest proportion by weight. However, customs authorities may also consider the product's marketing, labeling, and end use. Obtaining a full ingredient breakdown by percentage and consulting a licensed customs broker is the most reliable approach to avoid misclassification.
Basic heading 181 of 337 in section 0
Basic heading 09814 · $7.2M of $14.7B
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $86.1M of Homogenized Composite Food Preparations and exported $13.7M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Chile and Colombia together supply 79% of it. Colombia pays 12.5% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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