Organic Cane Sugar Powder from Japan
Finely ground organic cane sugar in solid powder form, chemically pure sucrose exceeding 99.5 degrees polarization, imported under General Note 15 quota provisions for specialty sugars. It qualifies for 1701.99.05.00 as a specialty sugar product of a TRQ-eligible country, distinct from standard raw cane sugar. Used primarily in baking and confectionery for its purity and organic certification.
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
• Obtain certificate of eligibility from USDA for General Note 15 quota entry; verify polarization exceeds 99.5 degrees via lab testing
• Ensure documentation proves specialty sugar status to avoid reclassification
• Monitor annual TRQ allocations as they fill quickly