Certified Organic Raw Cane Sugar - Turbinado
Turbinado raw cane sugar is minimally processed organic cane sugar with large golden crystals, retaining some molasses for flavor. It qualifies under HTS 1701.14.10.20 as certified organic raw cane sugar from cane, entered under quota provisions of additional U.S. note 5, with sucrose content corresponding to polarimeter reading under 99.5 degrees. Used in baking and beverages for its natural caramel taste.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from sugar beets rather than cane
Beet-derived raw sugar falls under 1701.12, separate from cane sugar in 1701.14 due to source material distinction.
If not certified organic but still quota-eligible cane raw sugar
Non-organic raw cane sugar uses 1701.14.50, as organic certification specifically directs to .10.20 subheading.
If processed beyond raw stage with added coloring
Sugar with flavoring/coloring or higher refinement moves to 1701.99, excluding it from raw sugar headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification and ensure Certificate of Eligibility for quota entry under note 5
• Provide polarimeter test results confirming raw sugar status (under 99.5° sucrose); common pitfall is misclassifying refined sugar
• Declare raw value per Treasury regulations using polarization formula; bonds may be required for quota adjustments
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