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Green Colored Granulated Sugar from Japan

Fine granulated sugar from sugar beets, colored green for use in themed desserts and bulk food manufacturing. It meets HTS 1701.91.30.00 criteria as solid sugar with coloring additives but lacking flavoring. Primarily for bakers needing color-coded ingredients.

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

• Ensure documentation proves coloring is solely synthetic dye, no natural flavors; comply with USDA sugar quota certificates

• Watch for misdeclaration as it affects TRQ rates