Valrhona Guanaja 70% Dark Chocolate Block from Japan
Professional 70% dark chocolate block for patissiers, ≤2kg, made from cocoa powder mixed with sugar per 1806.10.38 specs. USMCA treatment under 9823.10.15 for Canadian/Mexican origin meeting note 10(b)(2). High-cocoa content defines chocolate character.
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
• Professional blocks require commercial invoice specifying weight ≤2kg and composition details,CBP may require melting point test to verify cocoa powder base vs. cocoa mass products,Track USMCA TRQ status; exceeding limits shifts to 1806.10.38 general rates