Ghirardelli Intense Dark 72% Cacao Twilight Delight Bar
Intense dark chocolate bar with 72% cacao content and minimal milk solids (<21%), produced in Canada for USMCA qualification under HTS 1806.32.80. Meets subheading criteria for chocolate in blocks/slabs exceeding 2kg total weight with low butterfat/milk solids. Provides premium chocolate experience without milk chocolate classification.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ≥21% butterfat and ≥21% milk solids
Higher butterfat/milk solids content shifts classification to different chocolate composition category
If containing cereal/flour and presented as bars
Chocolate bars with added cereal components classified as food preparations with cocoa
If containing vegetable fats other than cocoa butter
Non-cocoa butter vegetable fat content moves product to food preparations category
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain production records proving Canadian origin and exact milk solids percentage under 21%
• Include FDA facility registration and food safety plan for chocolate manufacturing
• Prevent reclassification by documenting total shipment weight exceeds 2kg threshold
Related Products under HTS 9823.08.18
Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate Bar
Premium dark chocolate bar containing 70% cocoa solids, sugar, and cocoa butter, classified under HTS 1806.32.80 as chocolate under 21% milk solids in blocks or slabs over 2kg total weight. This Canadian-origin product qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.08.18 when meeting general note 11 origin rules. The low milk content places it distinctly in the 'other' chocolate category.
Valrhona Guanaja 70% Dark Chocolate Couverture Block
Professional baking chocolate block (5kg) with 70% cocoa content, minimal milk solids, manufactured in Canada qualifying under USMCA HTS 9823.08.18 from 1806.32.80. Designed for large format blocks exceeding 2kg weight requirement with butterfat/milk solids below threshold limits. Professional chocolatier's choice for premium applications.
Green & Black's Organic 85% Dark Chocolate Slab
Organic dark chocolate slab with 85% cocoa solids, certified organic production in Canada qualifying for USMCA under HTS 9823.08.18 (1806.32.80). Minimal milk solids content and large format slab exceeding 2kg weight requirement. Premium organic positioning with strict composition for dark chocolate classification.
Callebaut 811 64% Dark Chocolate Callets 5kg Pail
Professional dark chocolate callets in 5kg pail format with 64% cocoa, <21% milk solids, Canadian production qualifying under USMCA HTS 9823.08.18 from 1806.32.80. Large commercial packaging meets 2kg+ weight requirement while maintaining dark chocolate composition specifications. Industry standard for baking and confectionery.
Equal Exchange Organic Very Dark 71% Chocolate Bar
Fair trade organic very dark chocolate bar with 71% cacao, produced in Canada qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment under HTS 9823.08.18 (1806.32.80). Low milk solids content and multi-bar packaging exceeding 2kg total weight. Combines ethical sourcing with strict dark chocolate composition standards.
Belcolade Real Cacao 60% Dark Chocolate Buttons
Belgian-style dark chocolate buttons with 60% cacao solids, minimal milk (<21% solids), Canadian production for USMCA HTS 9823.08.18 qualification from 1806.32.80. 20kg bulk packaging exceeds block weight requirement while maintaining professional dark chocolate specifications. Ideal for industrial chocolate processing.