Caramel Chews from Mexico
Chewy caramel candies made by cooking sugars with dairy, containing over 10% note 3 sugars, under 1704.90.78.00 for non-cocoa confectionery. Individually wrapped for vending machines.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document cooking process to distinguish from syrups under 1702
• Check for blended syrup prohibitions under note 7
• Batch-test dry weight to prevent misclassification penalties