Described in additional U.S. note 1 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: > Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter: > Containing 65 percent or more but less than 90 percent by dry weight of sugar: > Other: > Described in additional U.S. note 1 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 1806.10.34.00
Sweetened Cocoa Powder for Baking
A fine cocoa powder blended with 70% dry weight sugar, designed for use in baking cakes and cookies. It falls under HTS 1806.10.34.00 as it contains added sugar making up 65-90% by dry weight and qualifies under additional U.S. note 1 provisions for controlled entry. This product is not intended for retail candy consumption.
Sugar-Rich Chocolate Drink Mix Powder
Powdered mix for hot chocolate beverages with cocoa and 75% sugar by dry weight, entered under quota provisions. Classified in HTS 1806.10.34.00 due to its high added sugar content in the 65-90% range and adherence to U.S. note 1 for chocolate preparations. Bulk packaging for commercial use.
Bulk Sweetened Cocoa for Ice Cream Making
Industrial-grade cocoa powder sweetened to 68% sugar by dry weight, used in ice cream production. It meets HTS 1806.10.34.00 criteria for cocoa powder with 65-90% sugar entered pursuant to U.S. note 1 quota provisions. Excludes retail confectionery applications.
High-Sugar Cocoa Powder for Confectioners
Cocoa powder with 80% added sugar by dry weight, supplied in bulk to professional confectioners for fillings. Falls under HTS 1806.10.34.00 as a sweetened cocoa preparation within the specified sugar range and U.S. note 1 provisions. Not for direct retail sale as candy.
Quota-Entered Sweetened Dutch Cocoa Powder
Dutch-processed cocoa alkalized and sweetened to 72% sugar, entered under U.S. note 1 quota for industrial bakery use. Classified per HTS 1806.10.34.00 for its 65-90% sugar content in cocoa powder form. Bulk drums for manufacturers.
Industrial Sweetened Cocoa Base for Syrups
Powdered cocoa base with 67% sugar for manufacturing chocolate syrups, qualifying under additional U.S. note 1. HTS 1806.10.34.00 applies due to 65-90% dry sugar in cocoa powder form. Intended for further processing.