Cocoa-Infused Energy Gel from China
Sports nutrition gel with cocoa extract for chocolate taste and antioxidants, used by athletes during endurance activities. HTS 1806.90.90 covers this as other food preparation containing cocoa, separate from standard gels. Cocoa provides functional flavor component.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Certify as non-confectionery to avoid sugar candy scrutiny; include energy content labeling
• Test for butterfat to dodge quota limits
• FDA registration required for novel foods