Bittersweet Chocolate Manufacturing Bar from Germany
Bar form bittersweet chocolate from ground cocoa, low sugar (<60%), cocoa fat, and <21% milk solids for factory use. Classified in HTS 1806.32.1616 as non-filled, industrial preparation not exceeding butterfat or sugar limits. Designed for remelting in confectionery production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label entries as 'industrial use only' with end-use statements to differentiate from retail confections
• Lab certify sugar ≤60% and milk solids <21% to comply with heading specifications
• Source from quota countries like New Zealand for minimal 1kg access under US notes