Sugar-Dusted Chocolate Truffles from Mexico
Creamy ganache truffles rolled in powdered sugar, exceeding chapter 17 note 3 sugar thresholds. Classified at 1806.90.55.00 for entry under additional U.S. note 8 provisions governing high-sugar cocoa items. The exterior sugar dusting elevates total sugar content significantly.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Use FDA prior notice for confectionery; include HTS-specific sugar declaration
• Avoid commingling with non-quota chocolates in same container to prevent lot rejection
• For EU origins, confirm Irish/New Zealand allocations don't exceed annual limits