Chocolate Hazelnut Spread from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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