Fermentation-Grade Sugar Molasses
Fermentation-grade sugar molasses is a byproduct of sugar extraction or refining, imported for use in fermentation processes for indirect human consumption. It contains fermentable sugars and other nutrients essential for microbial growth. This product is classified under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the molasses is in powder form with added anti-caking agents
This sibling item covers molasses powder with such admixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the intended use (fermentation) to customs to support classification as molasses
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming the product is molasses, not a sugar solution
• Ensure the product does not contain added substances that would change its tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1703.90.90
Beet Sugar Refinery Molasses
Beet sugar refinery molasses is the viscous byproduct obtained during the evaporation of thin juice in beet sugar refining. It contains high non-sugar solids and is imported for human consumption in yeast fermentation or tobacco processing. This product falls under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses not elsewhere specified.
Blackstrap Molasses
Blackstrap molasses is the dark, viscous byproduct obtained from the third extraction of sugar from sugarcane during refining, retaining high levels of minerals and residual sugars. It is a standard product of cane sugar extraction. This product falls under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses.
Bulk Refining Byproduct Molasses
Bulk refining byproduct molasses is the residual syrup obtained from the refining of sugar, imported in large quantities for human consumption. It retains a complex mixture of sugars, minerals, and organic compounds typical of molasses. This product qualifies under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses from sugar refining.
Cane Blackstrap Molasses
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.
Cane Refinery Molasses Grade B
Cane refinery molasses Grade B results from sugarcane sugar extraction with moderate sugar recovery, featuring unsulphured composition and molasses residues. It is used in various industrial applications. This product is classified under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses.
Culinary Cane Final Molasses
Culinary cane final molasses is the last molasses fraction obtained from cane sugar refining, used for culinary purposes. It has a robust flavour and is suitable for human consumption in cooking and baking. This product is classified under tariff item 1703.90.90 as 'other' molasses.