Vegan Chocolate Syrup from Canada
Plant-based chocolate syrup using cocoa powder, coconut sugar, and rice syrup, classifiable under 1806.90.30. Canadian vegan production qualifies under USMCA 9823.08.24 per note 8(b)(2). Absence of dairy doesn't affect Chapter 18 cocoa classification.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include vegan certification verifying no dairy; document Canadian processing of imported cocoa; maintain sugar/cocoa ratio records for classification verification