Bulk Cocoa Bean Grind with 15% Milk Solids from Japan
Coarse grind from cocoa beans combined with dairy solids at 15% total, no sugar, in liquid bulk tankers >2kg equivalent for confectionery factories. Pursuant to HTS 1806.20.34.00 and U.S. note 3, as other preparation wholly of ground cocoa with ≤32% milk solids, not retail confection.
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
• Use licensed customs broker familiar with Chapter 18 quotas; file under bond if quota pending
• Include shipping manifests proving >2kg immediate packing for bulk status