Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix
Powdered mix of cocoa, sugar (>10% dry weight), cinnamon, and chili for hot drinks. Classed under HTS 1806.90.59.00 as other cocoa preparations; exempt from quantitative limits per US note for Mexican products. Spiced blend differentiates from plain cocoa powder.
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 under 65% sugar by weight
Different sugar threshold subheading within other cocoa preps.
If classified as flavored coffee substitute
Non-dairy beverage bases move to chapter 21 preparations.
If for spice-dominant mixes without significant cocoa
Primarily spices fall under chapter 9 spice headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Leverage Mexico exemption from butterfat quantitative limits in US note
• Include origin certificates confirming Mexican production for quota benefits
• Test for compliance with FDA beverage mix standards and labeling
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Cocoa Energy Bites
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Cocoa Marshmallow Fluff
Whipped marshmallow spread flavored with cocoa and exceeding 10% sugar dry weight. Falls in HTS 1806.90.59.00 as other cocoa food prep; not standard chocolate or pure sugar confection. Spreadable form distinguishes classification.