Jaggery Raw Cane Sugar
Jaggery is a traditional solid raw cane sugar made from non-centrifuged juice, with a polarization of 70-85° and containing anhedral microcrystals surrounded by molasses. It meets the specifications of Subheading Note 2, qualifying for tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the jaggery is imported for use in a sugar refinery producing refined sugar for wine.
This alternative applies when the end-use is specifically for wine production, which may have different tariff treatment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the jaggery is made from cane juice without centrifugation and has a polarization between 69° and 93° to meet Subheading Note 2 criteria
• Keep documentation of the production process, as CBSA may request proof of non-centrifugation
• Ensure the product is in solid form and free from added flavouring or colouring
Related Products under Tariff item 1701.13.90
Allocated Quota Cane Sugar
Allocated quota raw cane sugar in solid form, with a sucrose content by weight in the dry state corresponding to a polarimeter reading between 69° and less than 93°. It is obtained without centrifugation and contains natural anhedral microcrystals of irregular shape, surrounded by molasses and other cane constituents, as per Subheading Note 2. This product is classified under tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar, subject to Canada's tariff rate quota for sugar.
Australian Washed Raw Cane Sugar
Australian washed raw cane sugar retains a molasses coat with a polarization of 92°, is not centrifuged, and has irregular microcrystals per Subheading Note 2. It qualifies for tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar, suitable for baking and other uses.
Brazilian Non-Quota Raw Cane Sugar
Brazilian non-quota raw cane sugar is in solid form with irregular microcrystals and molasses residues, having a polarization under 99.5° and specifically between 69° and 93°. It meets Subheading Note 2 criteria, qualifying for tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar.
Bulk Raw Cane Sugar for Xylitol Production Facility
Industrial-grade raw cane sugar in bulk, with a sucrose content by weight in the dry state corresponding to a polarimeter reading between 69° and less than 93°. It is obtained without centrifugation, containing natural anhedral microcrystals surrounded by molasses residues, as per Subheading Note 2. This product is imported for enzymatic conversion to xylitol and is classified under tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar.
Colombian Bulk Raw Sugar Solids
Colombian bulk raw sugar solids have a polarization of 78°, with visible molasses residues and anhedral crystals, obtained without centrifugation. They meet Subheading Note 2 specifications, making them classifiable under tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar.
Demerara Raw Sugar Blocks
Demerara raw sugar blocks are solid cane sugar formed into blocks without centrifugation, featuring natural anhedral microcrystals and molasses residues. With a polarization of 78-92° sucrose, they meet the criteria of Subheading Note 2, making them classifiable under tariff item 1701.13.90 as 'Other' raw cane sugar.