Chocolate Hazelnut Spread from Japan
Smooth spread blending roasted hazelnuts with cocoa and minimal milk solids (<21%), ideal for toast or baking. Falls under HTS 1806.90.08.00 for other cocoa preparations not qualifying as high-dairy products.
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 with exact milk solids percentage and ensure compliance with FDA nutritional standards
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming no adulteration with higher dairy for quota avoidance