Thai High-Polarization Raw Cane Sugar from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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