Panela Piloncillo Whole Cones from Canada
Unrefined cane sugar pressed into traditional cone shapes, known as panela or piloncillo, retaining natural molasses for a robust flavor used in Latin American cuisine. Falls under HTS 1701.99.10.17 as a specialty sugar per U.S. note 5, imported under quota for non-standard cane sugars in solid form. Its minimally processed, artisanal nature qualifies it beyond typical raw sugar definitions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit polarity and sucrose content analysis to confirm raw value under Treasury regulations; secure quota license for specialty sugars
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as refined sugar, which changes duty rates
• Track U.S
• Trade Representative allocations by country of origin