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Polariscope 99.7° Beet Raw Sugar

Solid raw sugar extracted from sugar beets with a dry-state sucrose polarimeter reading of 99.7 degrees, qualifying as chemically near-pure sucrose. This product is imported for use by sugar refineries in the production of refined sugar intended for wine manufacturing, and contains no added flavouring or colouring.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

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1701.12.90Same rate: Free

If the sugar is not destined for wine sugar refining

The 'other' tariff item applies when the end-use condition is not met.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the polarimeter reading is documented in the commercial invoice to substantiate the raw sugar classification

• Verify the end-use in wine sugar production with a letter from the refinery

• Check if a permit or license is required for importing sugar into Canada under CBSA regulations

Related Products under Tariff item 1701.12.10

Bulk Quota Beet Sugar Granules

Granular raw beet sugar in bulk packaging, with a polarimeter reading of 99.5 degrees or higher, meeting the raw sugar definition. This product is imported for use by sugar refineries in the production of refined sugar for wine manufacturing, with no added substances.

Fiscal Year Beet Sugar Quota Entry

Raw beet sugar imported during designated fiscal year quota periods, with a high-purity solid sucrose content from beets. This product is intended for use by sugar refineries in the production of refined sugar used in wine manufacturing, and is subject to raw value equivalence testing.

High-Purity Beet Raw Granules GN15

High-purity raw sugar derived from sugar beets, presented in solid granular form with a polarimeter reading of 99.8 degrees, indicating a sucrose content of 99.8% by weight in the dry state. This product contains no added flavouring or colouring matter and is intended for use by sugar refineries in the production of refined sugar used in the manufacture of wine.

Industrial Beet Raw Sugar Pellets

Pelletized raw beet sugar in solid form, with a polarimeter reading of 99.6 degrees, confirming a sucrose content of 99.6% by weight in the dry state. The product is free from added flavouring or colouring matter and is designed for industrial refining, specifically for use in producing refined sugar for wine manufacture.

Industrial Raw Beet Sugar Bulk

Bulk raw beet sugar meeting the specifications for raw sugar, with a polarimeter reading of 99.5 degrees or higher. This product is intended for use in food processing and confectionery manufacturing, but specifically for refining into sugar used in wine production, with no added flavouring or colouring.

Polarimeter-Tested Beet Sugar Quota

Raw beet sugar rigorously tested to a polarimeter reading of 99.5 degrees or higher, ensuring high sucrose purity in solid form. This product is intended for use by sugar refineries in the production of refined sugar used in wine manufacturing, with no added flavouring or colouring.