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
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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