Industrial Cocoa Mass Powder Blend

Powdered cocoa mass from ground beans with added emulsifying agents, in 5 kg bulk pouches, butterfat ≤32%, sugar ≤10%. Used in bakery and chocolate production lines. HTS 1806.20.50.00 covers this bulk powder form of ground cocoa preparations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+17.5%21.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪Germany4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇯🇵Japan4.3%+10.0%14.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1806.10Lower: 20% vs 21.8%

If defatted to <15% cocoa fat

Low fat content makes it unsweetened cocoa powder in 1806.10.

1806.20.85.00Higher: 27.5% vs 21.8%

If under low butterfat TRQ limits

Qualifies for quota if ≤5.5% butterfat chocolate crumb from specified countries.

1704.90.58.00Higher: 27.9% vs 21.8%

If sugar dominant >60% with minimal cocoa

Primarily sugar confectionery, not cocoa preparation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab certification for particle size and fat content is crucial for powder vs paste distinctions

Ensure commercial invoice specifies 'industrial bulk form' to avoid retail scrutiny

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