Ground Dried Sugar Cane Powder

Dried sugar cane ground into fine powder for use in teas, desserts, or as a natural sweetener. Under HTS 1212.93.00.00 as ground sugar cane for human consumption, not defatted or refatted per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1212.99Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If classified as other vegetable products not sugar cane

Similar ground products like chicory roots fall under the NES subheading in 1212.

0910.99.40.00Lower: 10.9% vs 17.5%

If flavored or spiced for culinary use

Spiced or flavored sugar cane preparations may shift to Chapter 09 spices.

1701.12.05.00Same rate: 17.5%

If sufficiently refined into raw sugar

Once extracted and crystallized, it becomes cane sugar under Chapter 17.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with full ingredient disclosure and allergen warnings if processed near nuts; ensure grinding hygiene meets food grade standards; declare exact moisture content to avoid residue classifications

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Dried Sugar Cane Sticks

Dried sugar cane stalks cut into sticks, primarily used for human consumption as a natural chewing candy to extract sweet juice. This product falls under HTS 1212.93.00.00 as sugar cane in dried form, not elsewhere specified, intended for direct human consumption rather than sugar extraction.

Fresh Sugar Cane Bundles

Freshly harvested sugar cane stalks bundled for retail sale, consumed by chewing to enjoy natural sweetness. Classified under HTS 1212.93.00.00 as fresh sugar cane of a kind used primarily for human consumption, distinct from industrial sugar production.

Frozen Sugar Cane Chunks

Sugar cane cut into chunks and frozen for extended shelf life, used in smoothies or as a chewy treat after thawing. This fits HTS 1212.93.00.00 for frozen sugar cane primarily for human consumption, not for industrial processing.

Chilled Sugar Cane Juice Extract

Fresh sugar cane pressed into chilled juice extract, packaged for direct consumption as a beverage. Classified in HTS 1212.93.00.00 as chilled sugar cane product for human consumption before full juice processing.

Dried Sugar Cane for Tea Infusions

Sliced and dried sugar cane pieces designed for steeping in hot water to make naturally sweet herbal tea. This product is under HTS 1212.93.00.00 as dried sugar cane primarily for human consumption.

Sugar Cane Nibs for Snacking

Small, dried nibs or pieces of sugar cane packaged as a healthy snack for chewing. Fits HTS 1212.93.00.00 as dried sugar cane of a kind used primarily for human consumption.