Organic Cane Turbinado Sugar from Japan
Turbinado sugar is a minimally refined cane sugar with large golden crystals, retaining some molasses for flavor and color. It falls under HTS 1701.99.10.25 as beet or cane sugar in solid form, not chemically pure sucrose, entered under quota provisions and not intended for further processing or refining. This classification applies to specialty sugars for direct retail use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify quota eligibility under Additional U.S
• Note 5; obtain certificates from USDA if required for entry
• Provide polarization test results confirming <99.5° sucrose to distinguish from chemically pure sucrose
• Label as 'not for further processing' and ensure documentation shows retail packaging to avoid reclassification