Chocolate Milk Powder
A powdered dairy product made from cows' milk blended with cocoa powder, designed for mixing into beverages or baking. Classified under HTS 1806.90.10.00 as a food preparation containing cocoa that incorporates dairy products from Chapter 4 note 1, specifically cows' milk solids exceeding water content.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | +17.5% | 23.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If no cocoa content or negligible
Pure milk powders without significant cocoa fall under Chapter 4 as dairy preparations, not Chapter 18.
If low butterfat chocolate crumb under quota
Products meeting butterfat limits (≤5.5%) and quota eligibility shift to subheadings with TRQs like 1806.90.25.
If flavored primarily as instant beverage prep
Beverage bases with cocoa and dairy may classify under Chapter 21 if not predominantly chocolate preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cows' milk solids content (kg cmsc) via lab analysis to confirm classification under additional U.S. note 1 to Chapter 4
• Provide certificates of analysis for cocoa and dairy composition to avoid misclassification as pure dairy under Chapter 4
• Watch for quantitative limits on low-fat chocolate crumb; ensure documentation distinguishes retail candy exclusions
Related Products under HTS 1806.90.10.00
Cocoa-Flavored Yogurt Powder
Dehydrated yogurt powder infused with cocoa for use in smoothies, baking, or as a mix-in. Falls under HTS 1806.90.10.00 due to its cocoa content combined with Chapter 4 dairy (yogurt as cultured milk product with cows' milk solids).
Hot Chocolate Mix with Milk Solids
Instant hot chocolate beverage mix containing cocoa, sugar, and substantial cows' milk solids for creamy texture without liquid milk. HTS 1806.90.10.00 applies as 'other' cocoa food prep incorporating Chapter 4 dairy products.
Chocolate Dairy Creamer Powder
Powdered creamer with cocoa flavoring and cows' milk components for coffee or beverages, providing dairy richness. Classified in HTS 1806.90.10.00 for its cocoa-containing dairy prep status under Chapter 4 definitions.
Chocolate Condensed Milk
Sweetened condensed milk flavored with cocoa, containing significant cows' milk solids. Fits HTS 1806.90.10.00 as a dairy product from Chapter 4 note 1 in a cocoa food preparation.
Cocoa-Enriched Dry Milk
Dry whole milk powder fortified with cocoa for nutritional enhancement in cereals or drinks. Under HTS 1806.90.10.00 for cocoa-dairy combination per Chapter 4 milk solids definition.
Chocolate Whey Protein Powder
Whey protein isolate from cows' milk flavored with cocoa, for sports nutrition. Classifies in HTS 1806.90.10.00 as Chapter 4 dairy (whey solids) in cocoa preparation.