Bulk Cocoa Nibs Paste for Processing from Japan
Ground cocoa nibs paste in granular bulk form, with minimal vanilla flavoring, no added sugar exceeding 60%, and butterfat under 32%. Supplied in 25 kg bags for further chocolate refinement. Qualifies for 1806.20.50.00 as a preparation wholly from ground cocoa beans.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing flowcharts showing ground cocoa bean origin to support 'wholly' classification
• Declare exact net weight >2 kg to distinguish from retail bulk packs
• Avoid common error of including milk-derived emulsifiers, which could trigger milk solids limits