Sweetened Dutched Cocoa Powder Blend from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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