Vegan Chocolate Syrup from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include vegan certification verifying no dairy; document Canadian processing of imported cocoa; maintain sugar/cocoa ratio records for classification verification