Palm Kernel Oil Chocolate Melting Wafers
Large wafers of confectioners' coating made with palm kernel oil, cocoa powder, and sugar, ensuring ≥6.8% non-fat cocoa solids and ≥15% vegetable fats, supplied in 5 kg blocks. Used in professional confectionery for molding and dipping. Meets HTS 1806.20.60.00 for bulk, non-retail coatings with specified cocoa and veg fat content.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily palm kernel fat with minimal cocoa
Vegetable fat blends without qualifying cocoa solids fall under Chapter 15 oils and fats.
If in consumer-sized packages ≤2kg
Bulk form requirement (>2kg containers) differentiates; smaller packs may go to other chocolate preps.
If for compound syrup or paste forms used in beverages
Cocoa-based syrups/pastes not as solid coatings classify under flavored food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'confectioners' coating - not for direct consumption' to distinguish from retail candy
• Include manufacturer's spec sheet on fat and solids composition for CBP review
• Confirm country of origin quotas; UK/Ireland have allocated shares under US note limitations
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Bulk Chocolate Flavor Coating Paste
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