Bulk Chocolate Liquor Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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