Organic Sweetened Cocoa for Confectionery from Mexico
Certified organic cocoa powder blended with organic sugar (<65% total), used in professional chocolate making. Under HTS 1806.10.15.00 as 'other' sweetened cocoa powder preparations not exceeding sugar limits. Organic status requires additional certification but doesn't change HTS.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Attach USDA organic certificate; mismatches lead to detention at entry
• Specify 'industrial confectionery use' on invoice to steer clear of retail candy quotas
• Monitor for trace milk fats, as even small amounts invoke butterfat quantitative limits