Callebaut 63% Dark Chocolate Chips from Japan
Belgian-style dark chocolate chips with 63% cacao, balanced sugar content for baking stability. Entered under 9823.10.13 when produced in USMCA territory from qualifying materials per note 10(b)(2). Professional baking chips with consistent melting properties.
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 exact cacao percentage with supplier certificates and lab tests
• Use USMCA blanket certification for multiple shipments from same producer
• Monitor for reclassification risk if sugar content appears predominant