Brewery Invert Molasses
Brewery invert molasses is a specialty invert molasses derived from cane sugar through acid hydrolysis, featuring 50% fructose in the dry state. It is used in beer fermentation to provide fermentable sugars and enhance flavour. This unflavored syrup falls under tariff item 1702.90.89 as an 'other' invert sugar syrup.
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 reducing sugar content after inversion is 75% or more by weight
This item specifically covers invert sugar syrups with high reducing sugar content in bulk containers.
If the product is blended with other sugars or syrups
This item covers other sugar and syrup blends not elsewhere specified.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the syrup contains no added flavouring or colouring, as this would change classification
• Keep documentation showing the fructose content in the dry state is 50% or more
• Check if the product meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency requirements for use in food production
Related Products under Tariff item 1702.90.89
Beet-Derived Glucose-Fructose Syrup
Glucose-fructose syrup derived from sugar beets, containing 52% fructose in the dry state and non-sugar solids below 6%. It is used in soft drinks and canning for balanced sweetness, and contains no added flavouring or colouring matter, conforming to Chapter 17 notes.
Beet Invert Molasses
Beet invert molasses is a viscous syrup produced from sugar beets through hydrolysis, containing hydrolyzed sugars with 50% or more fructose in the dry state. It serves as a humectant in tobacco and animal feed production. This product falls under tariff item 1702.90.89 as an 'other' invert sugar syrup not elsewhere specified.
Cane Invert Fructose for Beverages
Cane invert fructose for beverages is a cane-based invert syrup boosted to 52% fructose for soda production, with no flavours added. It is a sugar syrup used in the beverage industry. This product falls under tariff item 1702.90.89 as an 'other' invert sugar syrup.
Cane Invert Molasses
Cane invert molasses is produced from sugar cane through hydrolysis, yielding a blend of glucose and fructose in the dry state with at least 50% fructose. It is a thick, dark syrup used primarily in industrial food processing. This product is classified under tariff item 1702.90.89 as an 'other' invert sugar syrup.
Confectionery Invert Molasses
Confectionery invert molasses is a dark invert molasses from sugar beets, with 52% fructose on a dry weight basis, ideal for licorice and toffee production. It is an unflavored, uncoloured syrup used in confectionery manufacturing. This product falls under tariff item 1702.90.89 as an 'other' invert sugar syrup.
Distillery Invert Molasses
Distillery invert molasses is a heavy invert molasses from cane used for rum and ethanol production, with 50% fructose in the dry state. It is derived from sugar cane through hydrolysis and lacks added flavours or colours. This product is classified under tariff item 1702.90.89 as an 'other' invert sugar syrup.