Bulk Unsweetened Chocolate Liquor Powder
Powdered form of chocolate liquor derived from cocoa beans, containing less than 21% milk solids, packaged in bulk containers exceeding 2 kg for industrial use in confectionery and baking. Classified under HTS 1806.20.82.00 due to its bulk powder form and low milk solids content as a cocoa preparation not for retail sale.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing added sugar
Sweetened cocoa powder preparations fall under 1806.10, separate from unsweetened low-milk dairy products.
If in retail packaging ≤2kg
Shifts to other food preparations when not in bulk form exceeding 2kg per packing.
If flavored beyond basic cocoa for food manufacturing
Highly processed flavorings or mixes move to Chapter 21 for non-primary cocoa preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify milk solids content via lab analysis to confirm <21% threshold; provide certificates to Customs
• Ensure bulk packaging exceeds 2kg net weight per container to avoid retail classification pitfalls
• Declare exact cocoa and dairy composition on entry documents to comply with Chapter 4 note 1
Related Products under HTS 1806.20.82.00
Industrial Chocolate Paste with Low Milk Solids
Thick chocolate paste in bulk tubs over 2kg, with under 21% milk solids, used in commercial filling and coating processes. Falls under HTS 1806.20.82.00 as a bulk cocoa preparation qualifying under dairy products note with minimal milk content.
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.
Powdered Chocolate Base for Confectioners
Fine powder chocolate base under 21% milk solids in 5kg bulk drums for professional chocolatiers. Classified in HTS 1806.20.82.00 for bulk powder cocoa preparations with low dairy.
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
Blended cocoa powder with trace milk solids (<21%) in bulk 25kg bags for beverage manufacturers. HTS 1806.20.82.00 for powder bulk form low-dairy cocoa products.