Cocoa Butter Milk Solid Emulsion from Japan
Emulsified blend of cocoa butter, cocoa mass, and low milk solids (<21%) for confectionery manufacturing bases. Classed in 1806.90.28.00 as other food prep containing cocoa, excluding retail candy. Used in bulk for processors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document emulsion as intermediate good, not finished confection, for correct heading
• Ensure packaging indicates industrial quantities; retail packs trigger exclusion note
• Monitor US notes for quota countries (Ireland, UK) if product nears crumb specs