Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate Bar

Premium dark chocolate bar containing 70% cocoa solids, in blocks or slabs of 2 kg or less, imported from Canada under USMCA provisions. Classified under HTS 1806.10.55 and 9823.10.16 for originating USMCA goods meeting note 10(b)(2) requirements. Meets criteria for cocoa content and packaging specifications.

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.

1806.32Higher: 16% vs 10%

If filled with fruit or nuts

Chocolate with added fruit/nut fillings shifts to subheading 1806.32 for compound preparations

1806.90.30.00Higher: 23.5% vs 10%

If in bulk forms >2kg

Larger blocks exceed 1806.10.55 size limit, classified under other 1806.90 provisions

2106.90.94.00Higher: 26% vs 10%

If contains non-cocoa flavorings >5%

Significant non-cocoa flavorings make it a food preparation under Chapter 21

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USMCA origin certification and note 10(b)(2) compliance; ensure packaging ≤2kg per unit; maintain records proving Canadian origin and qualifying sugar content if blended