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.
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 not containing Chapter 4 dairy
Cocoa preps without specified dairy products fall into other 'other' subheadings in 1806.90.
If primarily instant coffee substitute
Beverage preps with cocoa but emphasized as non-chocolate may go to Chapter 21.
If dairy dominant with trace cocoa
If milk solids predominate over cocoa, it classifies as 'other' dairy under Chapter 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure packaging distinguishes from retail candy to avoid quota exclusions in U.S. note
• Submit milk fat and solids content declarations; mismatches lead to reclassification
• For bulk imports, confirm not subject to Ireland/UK/New Zealand quota shares
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