Granular Baking Chocolate Mix from Japan
Granular chocolate preparation with over 65% sugar, packaged in 10kg bags for commercial baking. HTS 1806.20.78.00 applies to granular bulk forms in containers over 2kg, distinguished from retail bars or slabs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document granule size and uniformity to differentiate from powder classifications
• Ensure immediate packings exceed 2kg net weight per Customs requirements
• Monitor annual quotas if product resembles low-fat chocolate crumb