Cane Blackstrap Molasses from United States
Cane blackstrap molasses is the dark, viscous byproduct obtained from the third extraction of sugar from sugarcane, containing residual sugars, minerals, and other solids. It is a classic example of molasses resulting from sugar extraction. This product falls under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
50%
Rate breakdown
26SUR5050%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 50% on US products
Import Tips
• Confirm the polarimeter reading is below 99.5° to distinguish it from raw sugar of heading 1701
• Ensure the product has not been centrifuged, as that would affect classification
• Declare the product as molasses for animal feed or human consumption, as end use may influence CBSA documentation requirements