Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Bars

Canadian-produced milk chocolate bars containing almonds, classified under HTS 1806.32.70 as chocolate with almonds and other nuts in blocks, slabs or bars over 2kg total weight. These qualify for preferential USMCA treatment under 9823.08.17 for Canadian-origin goods meeting note 8(b)(2) requirements. The product features milk chocolate coating whole roasted almonds, packaged in large commercial blocks.

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.

1806.32.80Higher: 23.5% vs 10%

If filled with nut paste rather than whole nuts

Chocolate with nut fillings or creams falls under 1806.32.80 instead of whole nut inclusions

1806.90.28Higher: 23.5% vs 10%

If under 2kg individual bars or slabs

Smaller chocolate pieces not meeting the ≥2kg block requirement classify under other 1806.90 provisions

2106.90.66Higher: 26% vs 10%

If marketed as chocolate confectionery food preparation

Products with added flavorings or presented as finished confections may classify under Chapter 21

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain USMCA certificate of origin proving Canadian production and compliance with note 8(b)(2) quantitative limits

Ensure product meets exact 1806.32.70 specs (chocolate ≥2kg blocks with almonds) to avoid reclassification

Maintain records showing ≥30% US-grown tobacco equivalent value if applicable to chocolate processing

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