Dark Chocolate Liquor Powder Bulk from Japan
Bulk powder form of chocolate liquor derived from cocoa beans, packaged in containers over 2 kg for use in chocolate manufacturing and beverages. Classified under HTS 1806.20.99.00 as other chocolate preparations in powder form exceeding 2 kg net weight.
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
• Conduct lab analysis for milk solids if any trace present to confirm classification outside milk chocolate headings
• Ensure packaging exceeds 2 kg per unit to qualify for bulk bulk form, avoiding retail bar rates
• Monitor annual quotas for low-fat products; use HTS reporting for accurate statistical notes on kg cmsc