Lindt Excellence 85% Cocoa Dark Chocolate Bar from Japan
Premium dark chocolate bar containing 85% cocoa for USMCA preferential treatment under HTS 9823.10.20, corresponding to subheading 1806.20.94. Qualifies per Implementation Act note 10(b)(2) for chocolate products meeting minimum non-fat cocoa solids content from qualifying USMCA countries.
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
• Include laboratory analysis confirming non-fat cocoa solids percentage for customs verification
• Use USMCA origin declaration specifying 1806.20.94 classification basis
• Maintain production records proving compliance with note 10(b)(2) regional value content