Muscovado Raw Cane Sugar from Japan
Unrefined muscovado sugar from cane, non-centrifuged with high molasses content and 72-88° sucrose polarization, irregular crystals not visible to naked eye. Fits HTS 1701.13.05.00 as raw cane sugar under subheading note 2 and general note 15 import terms.
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
• Lab test for sucrose polarization and crystal morphology; secure general note 15 entry approval from USTR allocations; bond for potential raw value adjustments post-entry