Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Chips
Premium bittersweet chocolate chips containing 60% cacao, made from chocolate liquor, sugar, cocoa butter, and vanilla, meeting the specifications of subheading 1806.10.28 for USMCA-originating cocoa powder exceeding 65% by weight unsweetened solids. Classified under HTS 9823.10.14 for preferential USMCA treatment when imported from Canada or Mexico under general note 11. These chips are used in baking and confectionery applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cocoa solids ≤65% by weight
Lower cocoa content threshold moves classification to general cocoa preparations category with different duty rates
If contains added dairy, nuts, or flavorings exceeding specified limits
Additional ingredients may classify as flavored food preparations rather than primary cocoa products
If qualifies under different USMCA note 10(b)(1) provision
Alternative USMCA sugar/food quota categories may apply based on specific product composition
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USMCA Certificate of Origin from Canadian/Mexican producer verifying >65% cocoa solids content and regional value content requirements
• Ensure commercial invoice specifies HTS 1806.10.28 reference and 9823.10.14 for USMCA preference; retain production records for 5 years
• Verify product meets subheading 1806.10.28 composition (cocoa powder >65% total solids) to avoid reclassification to 1806.10.15
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