Low Fat Chocolate Crumb for Baking Industry from Japan
Powdered low fat chocolate crumb (<5.5% butterfat) in 25 kg bags for commercial baking operations. Under 1806.20.89.00 as bulk low fat crumb excluding retail confections, in powder form over 2 kg.
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
• Declare intended industrial use on entry docs; retail intent reclassifies to higher duties
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with Chapter 18 TRQs for quota tracking
• Ensure no consumer labeling to stay in bulk industrial category