Muscovado Sugar under Quota

Unrefined cane sugar with high molasses content, allocated under U.S. note 5 specialty quota. Raw value calculated per Treasury methods for polarization under 100°. Artisanal baking favorite.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1702.90.05Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If high molasses content in semi-liquid form

Excess non-sugar solids from molasses classify under molasses subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Publish Federal Register monitoring for quota changes; ensure no added substances

Avoid bulk imports exceeding allocated country amounts

Related Products under HTS 1701.99.10

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Granulated sugar derived from sugar beets, meeting the raw value requirements under additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 for quota entry. This specialty sugar is imported in limited quantities as specified by the Secretary of Agriculture. It is used in food manufacturing where precise sugar sourcing is required.

Specialty Cane Sugar Crystals

Coarse crystals from cane sugar allocated under additional U.S. note 5 for quota-limited import. This product tests at high polarization but fits specialty sugar definitions for reserved quota quantities. Commonly used in confectionery for its unique crystal structure.

Refined Beet Sugar Powder

Finely powdered sugar from beets, entered pursuant to U.S. note 5 provisions for sugars, syrups, and molasses quota. It meets raw value equivalence testing and is reserved for specialty imports. Ideal for baking and dry mixes.

Quota-Allocated Turbinado Sugar

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Specialty Demerara Sugar

Light brown cane sugar crystals imported under additional U.S. note 5 quota for specialty sugars. It complies with raw value testing in terms of 96° commercial raw sugar equivalent. Used in coffee and baking for subtle caramel notes.

Raw Value Beet Sugar for Export Substitution

Beet sugar entered under note 5 provisions, specifically licensed for substitution of domestic sugar exported. Meets polarity and raw value criteria for quota. Ensures supply chain continuity in sugar trade.