Green Tinted Beet Sugar for Confectionery from Japan
Beet-derived sugar granules tinted green without flavoring, in solid form for candy manufacturing and decorative uses. Falls under HTS 1701.91.05.00 for containing added coloring matter, entered via general note 15 quota system. Coloring provides aesthetic appeal in clear confections.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include certificates of eligibility for quota entry; analyze for non-sugar solids under 6% per chapter notes
• Ensure packaging prevents clumping to maintain solid form status during transit