Canadian Sea Salt Milk Chocolate Bar

Artisanal milk chocolate bar with flaked sea salt and ≥32% milk solids, made in Canada under USMCA note 8(b)(2) for preferential tariff treatment. Classified 9823.08.09 as unfilled flavored milk chocolate bars per 1806.20.82.

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.

1806.20.83.00Higher: 26% vs 10%

If retail packages ≤2kg

Consumer packaging triggers different subheading

2106.90.87.00Higher: 26% vs 10%

If salt content deemed flavoring exceeding limits

High salt may classify as food preparation rather than chocolate

2501.00.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If predominantly salt product

Salt products classified separately from chocolate

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Import Tips & Compliance

Sea salt doesn't affect chocolate classification; origin certification essential; label salt content accurately

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