Dark Chocolate Slab 70% Cocoa from Mexico
A large slab of high-cocoa dark chocolate made from ground cocoa beans, cocoa fat, minimal sugar, and emulsifiers, under 32% butterfat. Classified under HTS 1806.32.30.00 for unfilled bars with controlled milk and sugar levels.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label clearly as industrial-use slab to differentiate from retail candy and avoid confection quotas
• Ensure FDA prior notice and facility registration for food safety compliance
• Test for emulsifier types; certain agents may trigger reclassification if not standard