Bulk Sugar-Free Chocolate Ganache Base from Japan
Industrial sugar-free chocolate ganache base for pastry applications, composed of cocoa liquor, cocoa butter, and polyols, designed for large-scale baking operations. Falls under HTS 1806.90.59 as non-retail chocolate preparations qualifying for USMCA benefits via 9823.10.24 when sourced from USMCA countries under note 10(b)(2). Supplied in 25kg blocks or drums for commercial food production.
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
• Maintain bill of materials showing cocoa percentage and sweetener composition; use temperature-controlled shipping to preserve ganache texture; ensure packaging exceeds consumer retail sizes (typically >5kg) to maintain 1806.90.59 classification