Muscovado Specialty Cane Sugar from Japan
Unrefined muscovado cane sugar in solid form, high sucrose content entered under General Note 15 specialty provisions for 1701.99.05.00. Retains natural molasses flavor, qualifies as specialty due to TRQ eligibility. Used in premium rum production and baking.
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
• Document raw value per Treasury formula for quota credit; avoid bulk packaging that suggests syrup
• Verify no centrifugation to distinguish from refined types
• Consult USTR for country-specific allocations