Colombian Bulk Raw Sugar Solids
Bulk solid raw cane sugar from Colombia, polarimeter 78°, with visible molasses residues and anhedral crystals. 1701.13.50 classification as other cane sugar under note 2, for non-quota general entry. Common in soft drink and dairy industries.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If over 65% sugar and cocoa-processed
Sugar exceeding 65% dry weight in chocolate products banned under certain subheadings per US note.
If for specialty sugar quota reservation
USTR may reserve portions of aggregate quota for specialty types, using 1701.12 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide mill test certificate for sucrose/polarization; discrepancies trigger detention
• Fiscal year runs Oct-Sep for quotas; enter early to secure allocation
• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking retail; retail prep excludes from certain notes but not raw sugar
Related Products under HTS 1701.13.50.00
Indian Raw Cane Sugar Solids
Raw cane sugar in solid form from India, with sucrose content corresponding to a polarimeter reading between 69° and 99.5°, obtained without centrifugation. It contains natural anhedral microcrystals surrounded by molasses residues, classifying it under 1701.13.50 as other cane sugar per subheading note 2. This tariff covers raw sugar not fitting more specific quota categories.
Brazilian Non-Quota Raw Cane Sugar
Solid raw cane sugar from Brazil not subject to primary quota subheadings, featuring irregular microcrystals and molasses residues with polarization under 99.5°. Fits 1701.13.50 as 'other' cane sugar specified in subheading note 2, for general commercial import outside specialty allocations. Used in refining or food processing.
Thai Solid Raw Cane Sugar Crystals
Raw cane sugar in solid, microcrystalline form from Thailand, with polarimeter reading 85° sucrose, containing natural molasses impurities. Classified in 1701.13.50 as other cane sugar per note 2, not centrifuged, distinguishing it from refined products. Primarily for industrial sweetening or further refining.
Australian Washed Raw Cane Sugar
Lightly washed raw cane sugar solids from Australia, retaining molasses coat and polarization of 92°, not centrifuged. Falls under 1701.13.50 'other' per subheading note 2 for irregular microcrystals. Imported for baking or confectionery base stock.