Cocoa Licorice Twists
Twisted licorice candy infused with cocoa flavor and sugar >10% dry weight. Classified HTS 1806.90.59.00 for other cocoa sugar articles beyond chocolate forms. Licorice base with cocoa addition.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | +17.5% | 23.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If without cocoa addition
Plain licorice confections under sugar chapter 17.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm glycyrrhizin content per FDA limits for licorice
• Specify wheat-free if applicable for allergen compliance
• Test sugar/cocoa ratio for chapter placement
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