Canadian Bittersweet Chocolate Chips from Japan
Bittersweet chocolate chips for baking, classified under 1806.20.36 as Canadian-origin product under 9823.08.02 USMCA limits. Semi-sweet chocolate morsels meeting quantitative quota requirements. Standard baking ingredient import.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Size specifications critical - must meet chip dimensions for 1806.20 classification
• Bulk packaging common - ensure proper palletization for quota entries
• Maintain separate inventory tracking for quota vs non-quota chocolate products