Thai High-Polarization Raw Cane Sugar from Germany
Raw cane sugar solids from Thailand with dry-state sucrose polarimeter reading exceeding 99.5 degrees, free of additives. It qualifies for HTS 1701.14.50 as other centrifuged or processed raw cane sugar, separate from beet or low-purity types.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Monitor USTR country allocations under Additional U.S
• Note 3; provide polarity certificates
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as refined, triggering higher duties
• Track fiscal year quotas to time imports correctly