Industrial Chocolate Base with 15% Butterfat
Granular bulk preparation of ground cocoa beans, cocoa fat, and 15% butterfat with flavorings, packed in 25 kg bags for bakery and chocolate production. It qualifies for HTS 1806.20.28.00 as it meets the criteria for ground cocoa-based products with elevated butterfat in non-retail bulk form.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for low-fat chocolate crumb versions
Products with ≤5.5% butterfat enter under separate low-fat crumb subheadings with quotas.
If processed into bars but still bulk industrial
Bar forms with milk but ≤5.5% butterfat shift to filled/unfilled chocolate preparations.
If flavored for retail food use beyond cocoa base
Added non-cocoa ingredients for final consumption classify as other food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use FDA prior notice for food imports and ensure HACCP plans cover cocoa allergens
• Document bulk net weight >2kg per immediate packing to avoid Chapter 18 retail confection headings
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'low fat' if butterfat exceeds 5.5%, triggering quota scrutiny
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