Canadian Dark Chocolate Covered Cocoa Nibs

Dark chocolate coating over roasted cocoa nibs, classified under subheading 1806.20.28 as Canadian-origin product eligible for USMCA treatment under 9823.08.02. These specialty confections meet quantitative limit requirements for preferential duty rates. Produced entirely within Canada from USMCA-compliant ingredients.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1806.20.82.00Higher: 26% vs 10%

If containing other inclusions or different chocolate composition

Alternative chapter 18 subheadings apply based on specific formulation and inclusion types

1704.90.58.00Higher: 27.9% vs 10%

If sugar confectionery characteristics predominate

Significant sugar content may shift classification to chapter 17 sugar confections

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm product specifications match 1806.20.28 exactly to avoid reclassification during customs exam

Track quota utilization through CBP systems before shipping to prevent entry refusals

Include detailed ingredient breakdown and manufacturing records in entry documentation

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