Bulk Sweet Chocolate Syrup from Germany
Liquid chocolate syrup exceeding 65% sugar, supplied in 20kg drums for beverage and dessert production. Classified in HTS 1806.20.78.00 for liquid bulk cocoa preparations over 2kg in industrial packaging.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide viscosity and Brix readings to confirm syrup form and sugar percentage
• Use food-grade drum certifications for FDA prior notice compliance
• Declare exact cocoa solids vs sugar ratio to prevent misclassification