Panela Piloncillo Whole Cones from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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