Bulk Raw Cane Sugar for Xylitol Production Facility from Japan
Industrial-grade raw cane sugar imported in bulk for enzymatic conversion to xylitol, a polyhydric alcohol used in pharmaceuticals. Contains natural microcrystals with molasses residues meeting 1701.13 specifications; explicitly prohibited for food sweetener applications. USDA license mandates production records verification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit facility blueprints showing dedicated xylitol production line separate from food operations
• Include chemical process flowcharts documenting polyhydric alcohol pathway compliance
• Prepare for CBP raw value testing upon entry using polariscope methodology