Hot Chocolate Mix with Milk Solids from Japan
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.
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
• 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