Canadian Maple Syrup Chocolate Protein Powder

A chocolate-flavored protein powder supplement sweetened with Canadian maple syrup and containing cocoa powder (cocoa preparations), classified under 2105.00.40 as ice cream mixes and other preparations with cocoa. Qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.08.35 for Canadian-origin goods per note 8(b)(2). Imported as a dry mix for consumer preparation of protein shakes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2106.90.66.00Higher: 26% vs 10%

If marketed primarily as general dietary supplement without cocoa emphasis

Shifts to broader food preparations if cocoa content doesn't dominate as in ice cream mixes

1806.90.08.00Higher: 23.5% vs 10%

If containing substantial chocolate content exceeding 65% by dry weight

Chocolate preparations with higher chocolate solids fall under chapter 18 headings

2105.00.20Higher: 34.5% vs 10%

If qualifying specifically as ice cream powder mixes

Narrower ice cream mix classification applies when product is specifically for frozen desserts

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Canadian Certificate of Origin documenting USMCA qualification under general note 11 and subchapter note 8(b)(2),Ensure FDA prior notice filing and nutritional labeling compliance for protein/cocoa content declarations,Avoid misclassification as 2106.90 (food preparations) by confirming cocoa preparation characteristics

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