Raw Cane Sugar for Refining from Canada
Raw cane sugar with a sucrose content by weight in the dry state corresponding to a polarimeter reading of 69° or more but less than 93°, obtained without centrifugation, containing natural anhedral microcrystals surrounded by molasses residues. It falls under HTS 1701.13.05.00 as cane sugar specified in subheading note 2, entered pursuant to general note 15 provisions for quota-limited imports.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA license and certificate of eligibility under general note 15 quota; verify polarization via polarimeter testing to confirm <93° sucrose; declare raw value accurately using Treasury formulas to avoid adjustments