Organic Chocolate Chip Granola Bars from Japan
These granola bars are made from rolled oats, honey, organic chocolate chips, and nuts, then baked into bars and individually wrapped. Classified under HTS 1901.90.68 as food preparations not elsewhere specified, specifically sweetened oat-based granola bars containing chocolate. Entered under 9823.10.30 as USMCA-eligible goods per note 10(b)(2), qualifying for preferential tariff treatment.
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
• Verify USMCA certificate of origin documenting regional value content; ensure labeling meets FDA nutrition and allergen requirements; maintain records proving subheading 1901.90.68 classification