Sugar-Free Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts Blocks from Japan
Whole hazelnuts enrobed in sugar-free bittersweet chocolate, formed into 3kg commercial blocks. Classified under 1806.20.98 for bulk chocolate preparations >2kg without added sugar, accessing USMCA benefits through 9823.10.21.
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
• Include allergen declarations and nutritional panels meeting FDA import standards
• USMCA qualification requires detailed bill of materials showing regional sourcing percentages
• Prevent misclassification as nut products by emphasizing chocolate as principal ingredient