Orange Slice Gumdrop Candy from Mexico
Soft gumdrop-style candies shaped like orange slices, primarily cane sugar (>65% dry weight) with fruit flavoring in solid form. Fits HTS 1701.91.44.00 for flavored high-sugar articles entered per U.S. note 7 quota rules. High sucrose content and minimal fillers align with chapter definitions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation shows no more than 35% non-sugar solids; note 7 entry requires USDA approval
• Test for polarimeter compliance if near sucrose thresholds
• Differentiate from syrup-coated products