Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate Bar from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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