Belgian White Chocolate Truffles from Germany
Cream-filled white chocolate truffles from Belgium, exceeding 10% milk solids and 10% sugar by dry weight as per U.S. note 8 chapter 17. Entered under 2106.90.78.00 pursuant to note provisions for preferential sugar-containing dairy preparations. The composite nature and specific composition fit NESOI food prep criteria.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include analytical certificate verifying milk solids and sugar levels for CBP review
• Ensure country of origin marking as 'Product of Belgium' for note 8 qualification