Caramel Cocoa Blended Syrup Drum from China
Industrial syrup blending caramelized sugar, cocoa liquor, and corn syrup in 15 kg drums, pursuant to U.S. note 9 ch.17 provisions. Falls under HTS 1806.20.91.00 for bulk liquid preparations over 2 kg containing cocoa. Primarily for ice cream topping production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document compliance with Chapter 17 note 9 entry requirements via customs bond if needed
• Ensure no retail labeling to stay in bulk category
• Monitor for TRQ eligibility based on country of origin