Diabetic-Friendly Chocolate Covered Almonds from Japan
Almonds coated in sugar-free chocolate made with stevia and erythritol sweeteners, qualifying under 1806.90.49 for chocolate preparations not specified elsewhere. USMCA entry under 9823.10.23 requires compliance with origin rules in general note 11 and subchapter note 10(b)(2).
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
• Document nut/chocolate ratio to avoid reclassification; provide allergen declarations; verify USMCA regional value content calculations