Canadian Gourmet Dark Cocoa Malt Powder from Japan
Artisanal powder featuring single-origin dark cocoa blended with specialty roasted barley malt extract, HTS 1901.20.50. USMCA 9823.08.32 enables duty-free import of this premium Canadian product under note 8(b)(2).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Gourmet claims require supporting Canadian sourcing documentation
• Small-batch production still needs full USMCA origin verification
• Premium pricing doesn't affect duty but validates commercial invoice value