Demerara Raw Sugar Blocks from Japan
Raw demerara cane sugar formed into blocks, featuring natural microcrystals and molasses, polarization 78-92° sucrose without centrifugation. Classified in HTS 1701.13.05.00 for general note 15 quota entry as specified cane raw sugar.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify block compression doesn't constitute processing beyond raw; provide polarimeter and microscopy reports; track fiscal year quota via Federal Register notices