Ghirardelli Chocolate Flavored Syrup from Japan
Ghirardelli Chocolate Flavored Syrup contains over 10 percent by weight milk solids in its blended recipe for desserts and drinks. Falls under HTS 2106.90.72.00 as other blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17.
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
• Lab certification of milk solids required for smooth CBP review
• Mark packaging with HTS-specific description to prevent exam holds