Spicy Chili Dark Chocolate Squares from Japan
Dark chocolate squares infused with chili and spices for gourmet heat lovers, classified as other chocolate preparations under 1806.90.28. Canadian-made product qualifying for USMCA Implementation Act tariff treatment via 9823.08.23.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document spice content levels to confirm chocolate classification vs flavored confections
• Maintain cold chain documentation for temperature-sensitive chocolate imports
• Verify USMCA regional value content requirements for preferential treatment