Alfalfa White Honey
Pure white alfalfa honey produced from alfalfa flower nectar, characterized by its exceptionally light color (under 30 Pfund) qualifying as 'white or lighter' under HTS 0409.00.00.35. Mildly floral with delicate sweetness, this honey is harvested from controlled apiaries in light-pollinating regions. It remains in liquid form longer than darker varieties due to low enzyme content.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing added sugar or artificial sweeteners
Artificially sweetened honey classified separately from natural honey
If sold as herbal sugar substitute blend
Locust beans/locust seed products classified in Chapter 12 if not pure honey
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide HMF test results (<40 mg/kg for raw claim) and pollen spectrum analysis; use refrigerated containers to prevent crystallization
• Watch for TRQ exclusions - no licenses needed for this subheading
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Delicate white honey from citrus blossoms with color under 40 Pfund, fitting HTS 0409.00.00.35 'white or lighter' specification. Features subtle floral notes and bright clarity prized by gourmet packers. Primarily sourced from Florida, Spain, and Mexico citrus regions.
Clover White Honey
Classic white clover honey (20-35 Pfund color) classified under HTS 0409.00.00.35 for its light 'white or lighter' grade. Mild flavor profile makes it ideal for table honey packing and commercial blending. Widely produced in temperate grassland regions worldwide.
Wildflower White Honey
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Basswood White Honey
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