Sugar-Free Chocolate Liquor Paste from Japan
Industrial sugar-free chocolate liquor paste for premium confectionery production, containing ground cocoa beans and polyols without added sucrose. Classifies under HTS 1806.90.59 as non-retail cocoa preparation eligible for USMCA 9823.10.24 via note 10(b)(2) rules. Supplied in 50kg drums.
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 records showing cocoa liquor minimum 50% content; ensure paste form not suitable for direct consumption; provide USMCA certification tracing regional value content