Cocoa Vegetable Fat Enrobing Compound from Germany
Bulk granular enrobing compound blending non-fat cocoa solids (≥6.8%), vegetable fats like shea and palm (≥15%), and sweeteners, packed in 20 kg drums. Applied in chocolate factories for coating biscuits and confections. HTS 1806.20.60.00 applies to this industrial product excluding finished confectionery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
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
• Conduct pre-shipment testing for exact non-fat solids percentage to prevent duty disputes
• Use industrial packaging only; adding retail features risks reclassification
• Track statistical notes on milk solids if any dairy components present, though not required here