Sugar-Free Chocolate Liquor Paste from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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