White Chocolate Nougat Bars from Canada
Chewy nougat bars with sugar syrup, honey, and dairy-based white chocolate coating (no cocoa solids), under HTS 1704.90.58.00. Fits as dairy sugar confectionery since white chocolate here is non-cocoa dairy product per chapter notes. High sugar content with milk powder defines classification.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm white chocolate composition excludes cocoa butter/solids via analysis to stay in 1704
• FDA prior notice required for dairy sweets; track annual quotas