Cocoa Nougat Bars from Japan
Chewy nougat bars with cocoa coating and filling, over 65% sugar by dry weight under HTS 1806.90.45.00 provisions of additional U.S. note 7. Imported as quota-eligible chocolate confectionery.
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
• Conduct dry weight sugar tests pre-shipment to secure classification
• Avoid bulk packaging that might imply industrial use, triggering different notes
• Reference exact hierarchy in entry summary for 1806.90.45.00