Dark Chocolate Dessert Syrup from Japan
Thick blended syrup using high-cocoa powder (Dutch processed), cane sugar, and corn syrup for professional pastry applications. Imported under HTS 1806.90.35.00 as blended syrup described in U.S. note 4 and entered per note 9 provisions to chapter 17. Excludes retail candy formats.
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
• Track annual quota usage (2,122,834 kg total); Mexico ineligible, prioritize Ireland/UK/New Zealand sources
• Label clearly as 'not for retail candy consumption' to meet exclusion criteria in U.S. notes
• Ensure no butterfat >5.5% to avoid crumb/chocolate limitations in statistical notes