Cocoa Powder Granules Bulk Pack from Mexico
Granular cocoa powder in 25 kg bags for food processing industries, alkalized for flavor enhancement. HTS 1806.20.79.00 applies as other bulk preparations containing cocoa exceeding 2 kg per packing, under general note 15. Used in chocolate manufacturing and bakery mixes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure packaging specifies 'not for retail sale' to prevent reclassification; common issue with bulk powders
• Document alkalization process and cocoa solids content per statistical note for accurate duty assessment
• Monitor annual quotas if butterfat is present, even in powders derived from milk chocolate