New Zealand Low Fat Chocolate Crumb Bulk from Japan
Bulk low fat chocolate crumb (1kg quota access) from New Zealand in paste/granule mix, <5.5% butterfat, containers >2kg for U.S. manufacturers. HTS 1806.20.85.00 per U.S. note 3 for low fat crumb excluding retail confections. High cocoa solids content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Note limited NZ quota (1kg); coordinate with licensed customs broker for allocation
• Label as 'industrial ingredient - not for retail sale' to affirm classification
• Comply with FDA prior notice for milk-containing cocoa products