Dutch Processed Sweet Cocoa Powder from China

Alkalized cocoa powder alkalized with over 90% sugar for reduced acidity in desserts. Enters under HTS 1806.10.65.00 pursuant to additional U.S. note 1 for quota-controlled high-sugar cocoa items. Ideal for professional baking.

Duty Rate — China → United States

27.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.157.5%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)

Import Tips

Document Dutch processing method but ensure it doesn't alter base classification

Monitor annual TRQ openings via Federal Register for timely entries

Avoid blending with flours pre-import to prevent set classification under 1806.90

Dutch Processed Sweet Cocoa Powder from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1806.10.65.00