Cocoa Powder Milk Solid Blend from Canada
Powdered blend of cocoa with added milk solids (under 21%) and over 5.5% butterfat equivalent, for use in beverage mixes or bakery fillings. Classified in 1806.90.18.00 as other cocoa food preparations not qualifying as retail candy.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit detailed compositional analysis; precise milk solids measurement prevents duty overpayment
• Avoid retail-style packaging; use industrial drums to maintain non-candy status
• Be aware of country-specific quotas (e.g
• Ireland, UK) if product fits chocolate crumb definitions