21069000
MISCELLANEOUS EDIBLE PREPARATIONS›Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included
Other
Subcodes (7)
21069020Duty: 0-115,9%
Compound alcoholic preparations, other than those based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for the manufacture of beverages
21069030Duty: 0-115,9%
Flavoured or coloured sugar syrups - Isoglucose syrups
21069051Duty: 0-115,9%
Other - Lactose syrup
21069055Duty: 0-115,9%
Glucose syrup and maltodextrine syrup
21069059Duty: 0-115,9%
Other
21069092Duty: 0-12,8%
Other - Containing no milkfats, sucrose, isoglucose, glucose or starch or containing, by weight, less than 1,5% milkfat, 5% sucrose or isoglucose, 5% glucose or starch
21069098Duty: 0-9%
Other
Classification
CN code 210690 is one of the broadest residual headings covering food preparations not elsewhere specified, including dietary supplements, energy drink powders, artificial sweeteners, and sports protein preparations.
Regulatory requirements
Subject to varied regulations depending on purpose. Dietary supplements under Directive 2002/46/EC. Novel food requires authorisation under (EU) 2015/2283. Health claims under (EC) No 1924/2006.
Trade
Import requires precise composition and purpose documentation.
Other food preparations CN 2106 90 - EU import
Other food preparations under CN 2106 90 is a broad heading covering dietary supplements, energy drink powders, artificial sweeteners and others. Compound duties apply. BTI ruling recommended for classification.
Frequently asked questions
Are dietary supplements classified under 210690?
Dietary supplements in capsule, tablet, or powder form may be classified under 210690. Some herbal supplements may be classified in Chapter 12 or 30.
What requirements apply to novel food?
Novel food requires European Commission authorisation under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 including EFSA safety assessment before EU market placement.
Are tabletop artificial sweeteners classified under 210690?
Yes. Tabletop artificial sweeteners for direct consumer use are classified under 210690. Pure sweetening substances are classified in Chapter 29.
What products fall under the broad code CN 2106 90?
CN 2106 90 covers dietary supplements, artificial sweeteners, energy drink powders and other food preparations not elsewhere classified. A BTI ruling is recommended.
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