Certified Organic Raw Cane Sugar - Turbinado from Japan
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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Import Tips
• 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