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Plain Cocoa Block for Molding from Germany

Heavy 8 kg plain cocoa block from ground nibs with cocoa fat adjustment, for direct molding in factories. Under HTS 1806.20.20 for slabs ≥4.5 kg consisting wholly of ground cocoa beans, low milk solids and sugar-free. Essential base for premium chocolate lines.

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

• Use insulated shipping to prevent melting, which could reclassify as liquid form

• Prepare for butterfat assays; discrepancies lead to duty adjustments

• Confirm no retail intent via commercial invoices to stay in bulk category