Quota Raw Other Cane Sugar from Mexico
Solid raw cane sugar classified as 'other' under 1701.14, meeting General Note 15 for TRQ entry with 99-99.5° sucrose by polarimeter. Designed for quota-controlled imports to balance domestic refining capacity. Lacks additives, ensuring solid raw form compliance.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Consult USDA for quota reservations like specialty sugars; provide lab analysis for dry state sucrose
• Pitfall: Importing post-quota without over-quota bonds