Mexican Chocolate Syrup Blend
Traditional blended syrup with cocoa, cinnamon, sugar, and corn syrup mimicking Mexican hot chocolate base. Exempt from certain quotas as Mexican-origin per US note; classified HTS 1806.90.39.00 for other blended cocoa syrups.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If low butterfat crumb base
If crumb-derived, falls under quota-limited low-fat chocolate even for syrup.
If spice-forward extract
Predominantly cinnamon syrups classified as spice essences.
If sauces or flavorings
Condiment syrups move to Chapter 21 if not pure food prep.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Highlight Mexican origin in entry docs to bypass butterfat crumb quotas
• Provide spice content verification to prevent flavor misclassification
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