Cocoa Powder Milk Solid Blend from Japan
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 — 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
• 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