Dove Promises Milk Chocolate with Caramel Swirl Bar
A milk chocolate bar with a caramel swirl integrated throughout, giving it a filled character. It falls under tariff item 1806.31.00 as a filled chocolate preparation in bar form, consistent with Chapter 18's scope for cocoa-based foods.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the caramel swirl is considered a flavoring rather than a filling
Unfilled chocolate bars are classified under this item, which may apply if the swirl is not a distinct filling.
If the bar is sold in pieces other than blocks, slabs, or bars
Chocolate preparations in other forms, such as chips or drops, fall under this residual item.
If the product is an ice cream or frozen confection
Chapter 18 excludes preparations of heading 21.05, which covers ice cream and similar products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the caramel swirl qualifies as a filling under CBSA guidelines; if the swirl is deemed a flavoring, classification may shift
• Include a product description with 'filled' in the customs declaration to avoid reclassification
• Check for any marking or labelling requirements under Canadian food regulations
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