Cocoa Hazelnut Spreadable Syrup from Japan
Blended syrup with cocoa, roasted hazelnuts, sugar syrup, and emulsifiers for crepe fillings or toppings. It qualifies for HTS 1806.90.39.00 as other blended syrups under Ch. 17 note 4, due to its pourable syrup form containing cocoa.
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
• Document hazelnut origin separately if subject to EU retaliation tariffs
• Ensure viscosity tests confirm 'syrup' status vs. paste to avoid confection shift