Vanilla Nougat Filled Milk Chocolate Slab from Japan
Milk chocolate slab containing soft vanilla nougat filling, classified in HTS 1806.31.00.49 as other filled chocolate confectionery. Nougat made from sugar, honey, and egg whites provides chewy texture within creamy milk chocolate. Designed for individual retail bars.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify nougat filling ingredients for allergen labeling; peanuts/hazelnuts common triggers
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail units to prevent reclassification as semi-finished
• Cross-check with US Note quotas if butterfat content approaches limits