Bulk Low Fat Cocoa Crumb Paste from Mexico
Paste-form low fat chocolate crumb under 5.5% butterfat in 10kg industrial pails, entered pursuant to U.S. note 3 for chocolate processing. HTS 1806.20.85.00 applies to this bulk paste (>2kg net) excluding retail candy articles. Used in molding compounds and coatings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit import license or quota certificate prior to entry; monitor calendar year limits
• Ensure packaging clearly indicates bulk industrial use, not consumer-ready
• Test for milk solids content to confirm 'low fat' status and avoid duty disputes