Certified Organic Coconut Sugar from Mexico
Certified organic coconut sugar is derived from organic coconut palm sap, evaporated into solid granules, chemically sucrose-based. Though palm-derived, classified under HTS 1701.99.50.15 as certified organic specialty 'other' sugar in solid form. Low-glycemic alternative in organic products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm sucrose polarity via polarimeter; palm sugars must meet chemically pure sucrose tests
• Organic cert must trace to farm; adulteration with fillers risks 21.06 reclass
• Declare as solid only—syrupy versions go to 1702