Bulk Milk Chocolate Liquor from Japan
Liquid milk chocolate liquor in 20 kg drums for industrial melting and mixing. Classified in HTS 1806.20.79.00 for liquid bulk forms >2 kg containing cocoa, entered per general note 15 provisions. Key ingredient in premium chocolate bar production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure and declare cows' milk solids content (kg cmsc) accurately per statistical notes to avoid penalties
• Use temperature-controlled shipping for liquids; pitfall is spoilage claims denying entry
• Confirm FTA origin for note 15; Mexican products may have different exclusions