Bulk No-Sugar-Added Chocolate Couverture from Japan
Professional-grade no-sugar-added chocolate couverture for molding and dipping, using maltitol and 60% cocoa solids. HTS 1806.90.59 covers these commercial chocolate products qualifying for USMCA 9823.10.24 treatment under note 10(b)(2). Imported in 10kg blocks for confectioners.
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
• Certify couverture tempering specifications and bulk block packaging; temperature control critical during transit; USMCA origin declaration must specify note 10(b)(2) eligibility