Cocoa Hazelnut Spread Syrup

Blended syrup incorporating cocoa liquor, hazelnut paste, sugar syrups meeting chapter 17 note 4 specs for bakery glazes. Classified 1806.90.35.00 when entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 9 quota provisions. Bulk format excludes retail confection status.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+17.5%21%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2008.11Higher: 141.8% vs 21%

If hazelnut predominant >50% by weight

Nut-based syrups/pastes with minor cocoa classified as nut preparations under Chapter 20.

1806.90.25Same rate: 21%

If low-fat chocolate crumb syrups

Specific crumb-containing syrups ≤5.5% butterfat have dedicated subheading.

1702.90.20.00Lower: 17.5% vs 21%

If corn syrup-cane sugar blends

Blended syrups without substantial cocoa under chapter 17 fructose/glucose syrups.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Source from quota-eligible countries (Ireland 1.7M kg, UK 421k kg) to maximize allocation access

Submit detailed composition breakdown showing compliance with blended syrup definitions

Avoid nut content >50% which shifts classification to Chapter 20 nut preparations

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Mexican Chocolate Syrup Blend

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Bulk Cocoa Pancake Syrup

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