Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Bars

Canadian-produced milk chocolate bars containing at least 21% milk solids and almonds, classified under HTS 1806.32.18 for USMCA preferential treatment. These bars meet Chapter 18 requirements for chocolate with nut inclusions and qualify for duty-free entry under general note 11 as originating goods of Canada per note 8(b)(2). The specific composition ensures classification distinct from other chocolate preparations.

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.

1806.32Higher: 16% vs 10%

If milk solids content less than 21%

Lower milk solids threshold moves classification to other milk chocolate preparations outside USMCA special provisions.

1806.90.28Higher: 23.5% vs 10%

If contains other confectionery inclusions beyond nuts

Additional non-nut fillings like caramel changes classification to other chocolate preparations.

2106.90.66Higher: 26% vs 10%

If marketed as food preparation rather than chocolate

Principal chocolate character lost when positioned as flavored snack shifts to Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USMCA origin certification proving Canadian manufacture and compliance with note 8(b)(2) quantitative limits

Provide lab analysis confirming ≥21% milk solids content to avoid reclassification to 1806.32.40

Maintain records showing compliance with USMCA rules of origin for chocolate processing in Canada

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