Bulk Chocolate Hazelnut Spread Syrup from Japan
Thick syrup blend of cocoa, hazelnut paste, sugar from Chapter 17 sources, packed in 25 kg pails for nut spread production. Meets HTS 1806.20.91.00 as a blended syrup described in additional U.S. note 9, in bulk form for industrial processing. Used in manufacturing filled confectionery bars.
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
• Submit entry under provisions of additional U.S. note 9 with proof of sugar sourcing
• Label for industrial use only to avoid retail reclassification
• Test for milk solids if impacting quota eligibility