Organic Maple Sugar Granules
Organic maple sugar granules are pure maple sugar derived from concentrated maple syrup, produced by boiling down maple sap from North American sugar maples until it crystallizes into granules. This organic product contains no added flavors, colors, or other sugars, and is suitable for baking, cooking, and sweetening. As a solid form of maple sugar, it falls under tariff item 1702.20.00.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the granules are made from cane or beet sugar rather than maple sap
Cane or beet sugar granules fall under heading 17.01.
If the granules are coated with flavorings or other ingredients
Flavored or coated sugar products may be classified as sugar confectionery.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is certified organic and pure maple sugar with no added sugars or additives
• Keep organic certification documents and production records for CBSA inspection
• Check if the product qualifies for preferential duty rates under CUSMA if originating from the U.S. or Mexico
Related Products under Tariff item 1702.20.00
Artisanal Maple Sugar Cubes
Artisanal maple sugar cubes are hand-pressed cubes of pure maple sugar, made by boiling maple sap until it crystallizes and then forming it into convenient cube shapes. This product is ideal for sweetening beverages or desserts and contains no added flavors, colors, or other sugars. As a solid form of maple sugar, it falls squarely under tariff item 1702.20.00, which covers maple sugar and maple syrup.
Artisanal Maple Sugar Flakes
Artisanal maple sugar flakes are delicate flakes of maple sugar hand-crafted for gourmet applications like crème brûlée. This pure maple sugar product is made by boiling maple sap until it crystallizes and then forming it into flakes, with no added flavors, colors, or other sugars. As a solid form of maple sugar, it is classified under tariff item 1702.20.00.
Bulk Maple Sugar for Baking
Bulk maple sugar for baking is coarse bulk maple sugar packed for commercial baking, made from concentrated maple syrup. This pure maple sugar product contains no added flavors, colors, or other sugars, and is suitable for use in large-scale baking operations. As a solid form of maple sugar, it falls under tariff item 1702.20.00.
Bulk Maple Sugar Powder
Bulk maple sugar powder is finely ground powder made from crystallized maple syrup, packaged in bulk for food manufacturers. The product is pure maple sugar with no added flavors, colors, or other sugars, making it suitable for use in baking, confectionery, and other food applications. As a solid form of maple sugar, it is classified under tariff item 1702.20.00.
Canadian Maple Sugar Crystals
Canadian maple sugar crystals are coarse crystals of maple sugar made from evaporated maple sap, typically sourced from Quebec maple forests. This pure maple sugar product contains no added flavors, colors, or other sugars, and is used in baking, cooking, and as a sweetener. As a solid form of maple sugar, it falls under tariff item 1702.20.00.
Dark Maple Sugar Chunks
Dark maple sugar chunks are robust chunks made from late-season maple sap boil-down, used in recipes requiring a strong maple flavor. This pure maple sugar product contains no added flavors, colors, or other sugars, and is suitable for baking, cooking, and confectionery applications. As a solid form of maple sugar, it is classified under tariff item 1702.20.00.