Raw Beet Sugar Quota Import
Raw sugar derived from sugar beets in solid form, with sucrose content by weight in the dry state corresponding to a polarimeter reading of 99.5 degrees or more, entered under the quota provisions of additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17. This product is unrefined cane-equivalent sugar suitable for further processing in U.S. refineries. It falls under HTS 1701.14.10 due to its compliance with Secretary of Agriculture-established quota quantities for raw value.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from sugar cane rather than beets
Cane sugar raw value equivalents under 1701.12 fall under separate quota tracking in note 5(a)(i).
If containing added flavoring or coloring
Addition of non-sugar substances moves it from raw sugar heading 1701.14 to other sugars in 1701.99.
If refined to ≥99.5° sucrose but under separate specialty sugar quota
Partially refined sugars enter different quota provisions under 1701.91 despite similar purity.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain license from USDA confirming entry pursuant to additional U.S. note 5 quota allocations before shipment
• Provide polarimeter test certification showing sucrose ≥99.5° to verify raw sugar status and avoid reclassification
• Monitor fiscal year quotas via Federal Register notices; excess entries may face high over-quota duties
Related Products under HTS 1701.14.10
Quota Raw Cane Sugar Solids
Solid raw cane sugar imported pursuant to U.S. note 5 provisions, testing approximately 96-99° polariscope for raw value calculation. Primarily used by U.S. sugar refiners for domestic supply. Classified in 1701.14.10 as other cane raw sugar within annual quota limits set by Secretary of Agriculture.
Specialty Beet Raw Sugar Quota
Reserved quota portion of raw beet sugar under U.S. note 5 for specialty imports, solid form without added flavoring. Sucrose purity meets ≥99.5° dry weight polarimeter standard for raw classification. HTS 1701.14.10 applies specifically for note 5-compliant entries supporting U.S. market access.
Bulk Raw Sugar for Refining
Bulk solid raw sugar from beets or cane equivalent, entered under 1701.14.10 quota for industrial refining (not direct consumption). Meets raw value testing via polariscope ≥99.5° without centrifugation residues. Supports U.S. domestic sugar production per agricultural quota system.
Polariscope 99° Raw Beet Sugar
Raw beet sugar solids testing 99° polariscope (dry basis), imported pursuant to chapter 17 note 5 quota. No added coloring or flavors; suitable for melting/purification in candy or baking industries post-refining. Precise classification under 1701.14.10 ensures preferential quota duty rates.
USDA Licensed Raw Sugar Solids
Raw sugar solids (cane/beet) accompanied by USDA license for note 5 quota entry into HTS 1701.14.10. Polarimeter reading confirms ≥99.5° sucrose without flavor additives. Critical for maintaining U.S. sugar price stability through controlled imports.
Refinery-Grade Quota Beet Sugar
High-purity raw beet sugar for refinery processing, solid form entered under 1701.14.10 per U.S. note 5 aggregate quota (min 1,117,195 MT raw value). Excludes retail packaging; bulk industrial only.