Demerara Specialty Sugar Crystals from Canada
Turbinado-style demerara sugar crystals from cane, solid form with high sucrose purity, specifically entered pursuant to General Note 15 TRQ provisions. Qualifies under 1701.99.05.00 as a specialty cane sugar product. Popular for gourmet coffee and baking due to its light brown color and flavor.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit USDA license application early in quota year; include commercial invoice detailing polarization
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as raw sugar which triggers different quotas
• Ensure packaging indicates solid form to prevent syrup reclassification