Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips
Bittersweet chocolate baking chips with cocoa content and milk solids below 21% by weight. They are classified as chocolate under heading 18.06, not in blocks, slabs, or bars, and are not excluded by Chapter 18 Note 1.
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% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chips are in blocks, slabs, or bars weighing more than 2 kg
Bulk chocolate preparations are classified under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is classified as chocolate, not as a preparation of heading 19.05 (bakery products)
• Verify the milk solids content is below 21% to avoid dairy classification
• Provide a detailed ingredient list to CBSA
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