Bulk Chocolate Liquor Powder
Unsweetened chocolate liquor processed into a fine powder form, packed in bulk containers exceeding 2 kg, containing more than 65% sugar after processing. Classified under HTS 1806.20.78.00 as a chocolate preparation in powder form for industrial use, not retail packaged.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unsweetened and in bulk powder form
Unsweetened cocoa powder preparations fall under 1806.10 if sugar content is ≤65%.
If in blocks/slabs over 2kg with butterfat ≤5.5%
Lower sugar content or specific butterfat limits shift to other bulk chocolate subheadings.
If flavored as compound syrup or industrial food prep
Non-cocoa dominant preparations may classify under Chapter 21 food mixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify sugar content exceeds 65% by weight via lab analysis for correct classification
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming bulk packaging over 2kg and non-retail intent
• Avoid retail-style packaging to prevent reclassification under confectionery headings
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