White Chocolate Raspberry Bites from Germany
Bite-sized white chocolate pieces infused with raspberry flavor and real fruit pieces. Falls under HTS 1806.90.90.19 for other sugar confectionery containing cocoa, as white chocolate qualifies despite lower cocoa solids.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Confirm white chocolate meets US standards (20% cocoa butter minimum) with supplier certificates
• Declare fruit content accurately to avoid Chapter 20 reclassification during examination
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to prevent melting, a common detention cause