Quota Substitution Raw Cane Sugar for Export Offset

Raw cane sugar imported to substitute for equivalent domestically produced sugar scheduled for export, maintaining U.S. sugar balance. Meets subheading note 2 with 82° polarimeter reading and natural crystal structure; tracked via USDA substitution certificates. Not for domestic processing or polyol production.

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.

1701.13.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If general TRQ cane sugar entry

Same sugar without substitution requirement enters under primary raw cane sugar quota.

1701.91.44.00Higher: 23.5% vs 17.5%

If >65% sugars and processed

Higher concentration sugar products subject to separate absolute quota restrictions.

1704.90Higher: 20.4% vs 17.5%

If sugar confectionery form

Sugar-based confections or candies classified under heading 1704, not raw sugar.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Pair import license with specific domestic export documentation for substitution accounting

Track raw value equivalence using Treasury conversion factors for quota compliance

Related Products under HTS 1701.13.20.00

Industrial Raw Cane Sugar for Polyhydric Alcohol Production

Raw cane sugar with a polarimeter reading between 69° and 93° sucrose content, obtained without centrifugation, containing natural anhedral microcrystals surrounded by molasses residues. Classified under HTS 1701.13.20.00 specifically for use in producing polyhydric alcohols (excluding those for sugar substitution in food), refining for re-export, or substituting exported domestic sugar. Requires USDA license confirming end-use compliance.

Raw Cane Sugar Pellets for Mannitol Manufacturing

Coarse raw cane sugar pellets designed specifically for conversion into mannitol via hydrogenation process. Meets 1701.13 specifications with molasses coating and polarimeter reading of 85° sucrose; imported solely for non-food polyhydric alcohol production. USDA licensing required to confirm prohibited food substitution use.

Molasses-Coated Cane Sugar Crystals for Re-Export Refining

Raw cane sugar crystals with heavy molasses coating, imported specifically for refining into white sugar then re-exported in refined form or sugar products. Polarimeter reading 78° sucrose per subheading note 2; not for domestic consumption or polyol production. Requires proof of re-export contracts and USDA licensing.

Bulk Raw Cane Sugar for Xylitol Production Facility

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.