Canadian Sugar-Sweetened Cocoa for Confectionery from Canada
Low-sugar cocoa powder (added sweetening <65%) from Canada for use in candy making. Falls under 1806.10.05.00 as per general note 15 for preferential treatment on USMCA goods. Excludes retail candy forms per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm product not for retail candy consumption to align with statistical note exclusions
• Provide manufacturer's declaration of sugar content for smooth FDA clearance
• Monitor annual quantitative limits if blending with non-NAFTA components