High-Fat Chocolate Fudge Base
Uncooked base for fudge production, incorporating cocoa butter, cream, and milk solids over 5.5% fat. Under 1806.90.20.00 as other cocoa food prep excluding retail candy, for confectioners.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | +17.5% | 23.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If rice-based
Rice-containing cocoa preps have dedicated subheadings.
If in block/slab >65% cocoa
High-cocoa content blocks classify under 1806.32.
If cough drop flavored
Medicated confections with cocoa fall under sugar medicated types.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify fat content independently; Customs may sample for verification
• Avoid Mexico origin if quota-sensitive, per US note exclusions
• Declare as 'unfinished preparation' to differentiate from finished fudge
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