Industrial Chocolate Paste with Milk AUS from Germany
Bulk chocolate paste in containers over 2 kg, incorporating dairy from AUS under note 10, for bakery and confectionery production. Falls under 1806.20.81.00 as a paste-form preparation with cocoa and qualifying milk solids, excluded from retail candy limits. Used in manufacturing, not direct consumption.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm Australian origin and TRQ quantity availability under note 10 before shipment
• Label clearly as 'bulk industrial use' to distinguish from retail products and prevent duty upgrades
• Include FDA prior notice and milk component documentation for smooth CBP clearance