NAFTA Chocolate Hazelnut Spread from Germany
A spread made with cocoa, hazelnuts, and sugar qualifying under general note 15 for USMCA/NAFTA entry. It is a food preparation containing cocoa, entered pursuant to trade provisions at HTS 1806.90.01.00 for reduced duties.
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
• Provide USMCA certificate of origin; declare exact cocoa and milk solids content
• Avoid common pitfall of incorrect HS declaration leading to higher duties
• Test for compliance with FDA food safety standards