Bulk Chocolate Liquor Powder from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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