Quota-Entered Sweetened Dutch Cocoa Powder from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Leverage country-specific quotas (e.g
• 1.7M kg for Ireland) for reliable supply
• Ensure no water content inflates weight; use kg cmsc if milk solids present
• Avoid reclassification by specifying non-retail, non-candy documentation