Mexican Milk Chocolate Bars from China
Solid milk chocolate bars produced in Mexico using USMCA-compliant processes, classified under 1806.32.06 via 9823.08.01. These qualify as goods of Mexico under note 8(a) for preferential USMCA treatment on sugar confectionery containing cocoa. The HTS provides duty-free entry for such originating products meeting general note 11 requirements.
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
• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin proving Mexican production; ensure compliance with FDA chocolate standards; avoid misclassification under general 1806 rates