Unsweetened Chocolate Slab for Molding from Japan
Industrial slab of ground cocoa liquor, cocoa fat, flavorings, and trace milk solids (<21% total), with butterfat >5.5% and sugar ≤60%. Fits HTS 1806.32.0600 for non-filled, non-retail blocks used in chocolate molding processes. Excludes confectionery for direct consumption.
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
• Include manufacturer's declaration of non-retail use and exact milk solids certification
• Test for emulsifier types to ensure compliance with allowed additives in heading