Bulk Cocoa Nibs Paste for Processing from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

14.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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