Cocoa Nib Snack Mix
Fermented cocoa nibs mixed with seeds, low milk solids (<21%), packaged as a healthy snack. It is a food preparation containing cocoa under heading 18.06, not excluded by Chapter 18 Note 1, and is not in blocks, slabs, or bars.
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 mix is primarily nuts and seeds with minimal cocoa
Nut and seed preparations may take precedence if cocoa is not the essential character.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the mix as a food preparation containing cocoa, not as a preparation of heading 20.08 (nuts, seeds)
• Ensure the cocoa content is significant
• Provide a full ingredient list to CBSA
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