Cocoa Paste 15% Butterfat from Japan
Precisely defatted cocoa paste with 15% residual butterfat, tailored for premium chocolate bases. Classified in HTS 1803.20.00.00 for partial defatting level.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Specify exact butterfat % on commercial invoice for audit-proof entry
• Use ISO-certified labs for fat content verification to speed customs clearance
• Pair with hedging against cocoa price volatility for cost predictability