Industrial Chocolate Paste with Milk AUS from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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