Bulk Chocolate Milk Powder AUS Note 10 from Japan
Industrial-grade chocolate milk powder in bulk containers exceeding 2 kg, containing cows' milk solids as described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, entered under AUS note 10 provisions for tariff-rate quota access. Classified under HTS 1806.20.81.00 due to its cocoa content, dairy components, and bulk packaging for food manufacturing use. Not for retail sale as confectionery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify eligibility under additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 for AUS origin and enter via TRQ with proper certification
• Provide lab analysis confirming cows' milk solids content and cocoa percentage to avoid misclassification
• Ensure bulk packaging exceeds 2 kg net weight; retail-packed items shift to other subheadings