Sweetened Dutched Cocoa Powder Blend from Germany
Alkalized (Dutch-processed) cocoa powder blended with 68% sugar for smoother flavor in desserts, fitting 65-90% sugar per Ch.17 note 2. Under 1806.10.28.00 as other high-sugar cocoa powders, not low-fat chocolate crumb. Used in professional patisserie.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify Dutch processing in invoices but confirm it doesn't alter base cocoa classification
• Avoid small consumer packs to stay out of retail candy duties
• Source from quota-eligible countries like Ireland (1.7M kg limit) for unrestricted entry