Bulk Sugared Hot Chocolate Mix from Mexico
Industrial bulk mix of cocoa powder with 70% sugar by dry weight, entered under U.S. note 7 provisions. Classified in 1806.10.24.00 for its cocoa base and high sugar content without exceeding 90%. Intended for further manufacturing into beverages.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm entry aligns with chapter 17 quantitative limits; track annual quotas for countries like Ireland
• Label shipments clearly as non-retail to prevent misclassification as confectionery
• Include certificates of analysis for cocoa and sugar percentages to facilitate CBP review