1806.10.43.00/Sweetened Mexican Cocoa Powder/Japan

Sweetened Mexican Cocoa Powder from Japan

High-sugar cocoa powder (90%+ dry weight sugar) produced in Mexico, used in baking and beverages. Classified under 1806.10.43.00 as it meets general note 15 provisions for Mexican goods, distinguishing it from quota-limited imports.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify Mexican origin with certificate of origin to qualify under general note 15 and avoid TRQ restrictions

• Ensure lab analysis confirms ≥90% sugar by dry weight to match subheading criteria

• Declare accurately to prevent reclassification into butterfat-limited quotas