Bittersweet Chocolate Block from China
An unfilled bittersweet chocolate block with high cocoa content and minimal sugar, suitable for molding or culinary use, in a solid rectangular form. It is categorized under HTS 1806.32.90.00 for other unfilled chocolate bars or slabs not meeting specific butterfat or quota criteria.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain analytical certificates for cocoa percentage to prevent reclassification into filled or confectionery categories
• Comply with TSCA if any packaging contains chemicals; ensure all docs list 'not filled' explicitly
• Avoid quota issues by confirming butterfat exceeds 5.5% or excluding crumb products per US Note