Bulk Belgian Callebaut Dark Chocolate Couverture Slabs from Japan
Professional couverture chocolate slabs with ≥21% cocoa butter for confectionery manufacturing, classified 1806.20.77. USMCA treatment under 9823.10.19 applies to originating bulk chocolate meeting note 10(b)(2) requirements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide end-use certificate for manufacturing; ensure temperature-controlled shipping for chocolate slabs; verify minimum cocoa butter through assay certificate