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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 5.5-21% milk solids
Chocolate with milk solids between 5.5% and 21% falls under milk chocolate provisions rather than 'other' chocolate
If in forms other than blocks/slabs ≥2kg
Chocolate not presented in blocks, bars, or slabs of 2kg+ total weight classified in other chocolate preparations
If from Singapore under specific commercial availability rules
Certain chocolates may qualify under Singapore FTA provisions if meeting specific fabric/yarn exceptions
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain Canadian Certificate of Origin proving USMCA qualification and <21% milk solids content
• Ensure FDA prior notice filing and compliance with chocolate composition labeling requirements
• Avoid misclassification into milk chocolate categories (1806.32.40) by verifying milk solids percentage via lab analysis
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