Bittersweet Chocolate Manufacturing Bar from Japan
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 — 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
• 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