Industrial Cocoa Mass Powder Blend from Japan
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.
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
• 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