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Blue Tinted Cane Sugar Crystals from Japan

Large crystal cane sugar tinted blue using approved colorants, used in decorative baking and confectionery production. Classified in 1701.91.30.00 for its solid form with added coloring but no flavoring. The tint provides aesthetic appeal in recipes without taste impact.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide lab analysis showing no flavoring presence and sucrose >99%; track quota allocations by country

Label packages clearly to distinguish from flavored variants during customs inspection