Nestle Smarties Milk Chocolate Sharing Pouch

Canadian Smarties milk chocolate candies in sharing pouch format, classified 1806.32.18 with ≥21% milk solids. Qualifies for USMCA duty-free via 9823.08.16 as note 8(b)(2) Canadian goods. Shell-coated milk chocolate buttons with minimal nut content.

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.

1806.90.30Higher: 23.5% vs 10%

If sugar confectionery coating predominates

Hard shell coating emphasis shifts to other chocolate preparations.

1901.10.44Higher: 32.4% vs 10%

If processed as chocolate crumb intermediate

Manufacturing intermediate form changes chapter classification.

2105.00.40Higher: 34.5% vs 10%

If marketed as ice cream topping mix

Intended use as topping ingredient affects classification basis.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document production in Canada with USMCA origin verification for note 8(b)(2) eligibility

Confirm packaging doesn't trigger retail set classification under GRI 3

Maintain ≥21% milk solids lab certificates for audit compliance

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