Cocoa Milkfat Ganache Base
Pre-mixed ganache base with cocoa, over 5.5% butterfat, and milk solids for professional confectioners. Classified in HTS 1806.90.15.00 as quota-eligible under U.S. note 2, excluding retail confections. Supplied in bulk for further processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing <=5.5% butterfat
Lower milkfat versions fall under other milk solids subheadings.
If not qualifying for note 2 provisions
General other cocoa preparations without quota entry go to 1806.90.90.
If predominantly yogurt or dairy product
High milk solids yogurt with minor cocoa classifies under Chapter 4 dairy.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'industrial use only' to support non-candy classification
• Monitor CBP quota bulletins; prorate entries if nearing annual limits
• Test for kg cmsc if blended with other dairy; affects statistical reporting
Related Products under HTS 1806.90.15.00
Chocolate Baking Wafers with Milkfat
High butterfat chocolate wafers designed for industrial baking and confectionery production, containing over 5.5% butterfat and milk solids. Classified under HTS 1806.90.15.00 as a food preparation containing cocoa not for retail candy consumption, entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 2 provisions for quota-limited imports. Excludes retail-packaged candy bars.
Milk Chocolate Coating Pellets
Pelletized milk chocolate with over 5.5% butterfat for enrobing candies in manufacturing, containing milk solids. Falls under HTS 1806.90.15.00 for non-retail cocoa preparations pursuant to U.S. note 2 quota. Intended for bulk industrial melting and coating applications.
High Butterfat Chocolate Liquor Paste
Concentrated chocolate liquor paste enriched with over 5.5% butterfat and milk solids for food processing. HTS 1806.90.15.00 applies to this non-retail preparation entered under U.S. note 2 quota limits. Used in bulk for ganache and filling production.
Industrial Milk Chocolate Chips High Fat
Large-volume milk chocolate chips with >5.5% butterfat for bakery and ice cream inclusion. HTS 1806.90.15.00 for U.S. note 2 entries as non-retail cocoa food prep. Not for direct consumer candy sales.
Butterfat-Enriched Cocoa Butter Equivalent
Cocoa preparation mimicking butter with added >5.5% dairy butterfat for confection molding. Under HTS 1806.90.15.00 pursuant to U.S. note 2 for bulk non-confection retail. Used in professional tempering processes.
High Milk Solids Chocolate Syrup Base
Concentrated syrup base with cocoa, over 5.5% butterfat for commercial fountain drinks. HTS 1806.90.15.00 as quota cocoa prep not for retail candy, per U.S. note 2. Bulk for dilution in food service.