USMCA Mexican Chocolate Covered Almonds from China
Chocolate-coated whole almonds manufactured in Mexico under USMCA, entered via 9823.08.01 for subheading 1806.20.28. These goods qualify as Mexican-origin under note 8(a), providing duty-free access for USMCA-compliant cocoa/nut confections. Meets regional value content requirements of general note 11.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include production records showing Mexican processing of US-sourced almonds; comply with FDA nut/chocolate labeling; track regional value content calculations