Bulk Cocoa Granules for Baking Industry
Granular cocoa preparation with less than 21% milk solids, packed in bags over 2kg for bakery and confectionery manufacturers. HTS 1806.20.82.00 applies to this bulk form dairy-qualified cocoa product.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chocolate crumb with ≤5.5% butterfat
Specific low-fat chocolate crumb subject to quantitative limits under US note.
If pure cocoa paste without dairy
Absence of any milk solids removes from dairy products subheading.
If mixed with flour as dough preparation
Becomes food preparation of flour when combined beyond simple cocoa base.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab test for cows' milk solids content (kg cmsc) as per statistical note; document for entry
• Specify 'not for retail candy consumption' to align with US note exclusions
• Use FDA prior notice for food imports; ensure bulk labeling distinguishes from consumer packs
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Powdered Chocolate Base for Confectioners
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Liquid Chocolate Mass for Molding
Liquid chocolate mass with <21% milk solids in bulk tanks or containers >2kg, for industrial molding applications. HTS 1806.20.82.00 covers liquid bulk cocoa dairy preparations.
Bulk Dark Chocolate Compound Low Dairy
Dark chocolate compound granules <21% milk solids in 10kg sacks for commercial coating. Under HTS 1806.20.82.00 as bulk granular cocoa prep with dairy note qualification.
Cocoa Powder Blend with Minimal Milk
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