Cherry Flavored Rock Candy from Germany
Rock candy sticks or pieces infused with cherry flavoring, composed of over 65% dry weight crystalline sucrose in solid form from beet sugar. HTS 1701.91.44.00 applies as a high-sugar flavored article under U.S. note 7 provisions for controlled imports. The added flavor distinguishes it from plain cane/beet sugars.
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
• Conduct dry weight sugar assays pre-shipment for note 2 compliance; apply for note 7 quota allocation
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests further processing to stay in solid form
• Track fiscal year quotas closely