Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds from Canada
Crunchy almonds coated in premium dark chocolate with less than 21% milk solids, classified under HTS 1806.90.08.00 as a chocolate food preparation containing nuts. The low milk solids content distinguishes it from higher dairy products in the chapter.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify milk solids content via lab analysis to confirm <21% threshold per chapter notes
• Include detailed ingredient breakdown and cocoa origin certificates to avoid misclassification
• Monitor U.S. note quotas if product nears butterfat limits, though low milk exempts most