U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
1905.20.0000
$0.2M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
35 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data · As of 2026-04-29 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of gingerbread cookies fromGermany
NY 857916 Nov 27, 1990 CLA-2-19:S:N:N1:228 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 1905.20.0000 Mr. Erich G. Siezkarek Erich G. Siezkarek Enterprises 13570 Henna Ave. Apple Valley, MN 55124 RE: The tariff classification of gingerbread cookies from Germany Dear Mr. Siezkarek: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE OF INQUIRY : November 5, 1990 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Gingerbread cookies, in various sizes and shapes (hearts, animals, cartoon characters, etc.), all adorned with brightly colored sugar icing. HTS PROVISION : Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares...gingerbread and the like HTS SUBHEADING : 1905.20.0000 RATE OF DUTY : free A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport