High-Sugar Chocolate Drink Mix Powder from Japan
Powdered mix for hot chocolate beverages, consisting of cocoa powder sweetened to over 90% dry weight sugar. Classified under HTS 1806.10.65.00 when entered under U.S. note 1 quota for such preparations. Primarily used by consumers for instant drinks.
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%
Import Tips
• Confirm entry aligns with TRQ quantities; excess may face higher over-quota duties
• Label accurately as 'cocoa powder with added sugar' to match description and avoid reclassification
• Provide origin certificates if from quota-eligible countries like Ireland to maximize access