Xylitol Dark Chocolate Manufacturing Blocks from Japan
85% dark chocolate blocks sweetened exclusively with xylitol, packed 6kg for confectionery manufacturers. HTS 1806.20.98 applies to these bulk (>2kg), sugar-free chocolate preparations eligible under USMCA 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
• Maintain manufacturing records proving >60% North American regional value content
• Commercial packaging must clearly indicate B2B/industrial use, not consumer retail
• FDA prior notice required; include full sweetener composition in entry docs