Crispy Milk Chocolate Bar with Puffed Rice 38g from Japan
Canadian milk chocolate bar with puffed rice inclusions, still principally chocolate meeting 1806.32.16 standards. Qualifies for USMCA treatment under 9823.08.15 per note 8(b)(2). Minimal inclusions don't change principal chocolate classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document that inclusions constitute less than 50% by weight of total product
• Use Canadian exporter's USMCA certificate specifying 9823.08.15 eligibility
• Prepare for CBP examination of ingredient ratios at port of entry