Milk Chocolate Coating Pellets from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit detailed composition reports confirming >5.5% butterfat and non-candy retail intent
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with Chapter 18 quotas to avoid delays
• Avoid retail-style packaging; declare as industrial input to prevent duty upgrades