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Frozen Chocolate Chip Waffles from Japan

Pre-baked waffles with embedded chocolate chips, frozen for preservation and convenient reheating. Classified under HTS 1905.32.00.29 as frozen waffles, a type of bakers' ware beyond simple chapter 11 preparations, containing cocoa but not exceeding heading 1904 limits.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify product remains frozen below -18°C during transit to maintain HTS classification as 'frozen' and avoid spoilage claims

Include certificates of analysis for cocoa content to confirm under 6% defatted basis, distinguishing from chocolate preparations in 1806

Label clearly with nutritional info and allergen warnings (e.g

wheat, dairy) to comply with FDA import requirements