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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+17.5%26%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1806.20.85Higher: 27.5% vs 26%

If higher butterfat crumb product

Butterfat content >5.5% moves to different low-fat chocolate category.

1516.20Lower: 17.7% vs 26%

If primarily cocoa butter with minor solids

Cocoa butter dominant preparations classify under animal/vegetable fats Chapter 15.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Temperature-controlled shipping docs required for liquid form; declare viscosity/stability

Customs may require sampling for milk solids verification—prepare access

Distinguish from paste by fluidity in product description to avoid subheading errors

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Powdered Chocolate Base for Confectioners

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Bulk Dark Chocolate Compound Low Dairy

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Cocoa Powder Blend with Minimal Milk

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