Colombian Bulk Raw Sugar Solids from Japan
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.
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
• 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