Sweetened Cocoa Granules Bulk

Granular sweetened cocoa for chocolate drink mixes, 25 kg multiwall paper bags >2kg net, >10% sugar dry basis per Ch.17 note 8. Industrial beverage production ingredient. HTS 1806.20.95.00 granular bulk form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1806.90Lower: 16% vs 27.5%

If granules in retail instant drink packets

Consumer packaging ≤2kg per unit changes to retail provisions.

2101.12.48Lower: 26% vs 27.5%

If ready-to-drink preparations

Complete beverage mixes classify under coffee/tea preparations.

1805.00.00.00Lower: 7.5% vs 27.5%

If unsweetened high-fat cocoa powder

No added sugar removes Ch.17 quota applicability.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Particle size specification (40-60 mesh) confirms granular vs powder status

Annual quota tracking essential; late-season entries often prorated

Ensure moisture content <3% certification prevents caking claims

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