Hot Chocolate Powder with Marshmallow Bits from Germany
Powdered cocoa base sweetened to over 90% dry weight sugar, including small marshmallow pieces, primarily for beverage mixing. Classified under HTS 1806.10.55.00 due to dominant high-sugar cocoa powder composition meeting the >65% sugar threshold. The minor marshmallow addition does not alter its cocoa powder preparation status.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document marshmallow as incidental (<10%) to maintain cocoa powder classification; separate analysis may be required for composite goods
• Check for TRQ eligibility under US note if resembling low-fat chocolate crumb, though high sugar typically excludes it
• Use FDA prior notice for food imports and ensure allergen labeling for milk/cocoa to comply with import regulations