Industrial Dark Chocolate Paste
Dark chocolate paste in 10 kg pails for confectionery factories, with high cocoa solids content. Falls under HTS 1806.20.79.00 due to its paste form in bulk containers over 2 kg, pursuant to general note 15 for duty preferences. Ideal for molding and coating applications in mass production.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in liquid form rather than paste
Liquid chocolate preparations in bulk are separated from paste or powder forms in the tariff structure.
If in blocks/slabs ≤2kg even if cocoa content is similar
Weight per unit determines heading; smaller units shift from bulk to standard preparations.
If fermented or distilled with cocoa for beverage base
Cocoa-based liquid mixes for drinks fall under beverages chapter if not primarily chocolate.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label containers clearly with net weight and cocoa percentage to confirm bulk status and avoid retail classification
• Obtain prior approval for general note 15 entry; pitfall is failing to provide origin documentation leading to standard duties
• Test for milk solids if claiming low-fat variants to align with statistical notes on kg cmsc
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Powdered Chocolate Base Bulk
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