Cocoa Husk Powder from China
Finely ground powder from cocoa husks, a byproduct of cocoa processing under HTS 1802.00.00.00. Used in fertilizers, cosmetics, or as a low-calorie filler. Grinding does not change its status as cocoa waste.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include milling certificate to prove it's waste-derived powder; ensure no adulteration with cocoa mass which would shift to Chapter 18 cocoa products; watch for dust contamination in packaging for FDA compliance