Dutch Processed Sweet Cocoa Powder from China
Alkalized (Dutch processed) cocoa powder with added sugar (<65% by weight), ideal for smooth chocolate sauces and desserts. HTS 1806.10.15.00 applies to this sweetened cocoa powder preparation, distinct from unsweetened varieties. Processing enhances solubility without altering classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include processing method (alkalized) in documentation, but confirm it doesn't add disqualifying ingredients
• Batch-test for alkalinity and sugar to prevent reclassification as plain cocoa powder (1806.10.10)
• Package for industrial use to avoid retail confection scrutiny under Chapter 18 notes