Muscovado Specialty Sugar from Japan
Dark muscovado cane sugar in solid form with high molasses content, classified as specialty under 1701.99.50.17. Its uncentrifuged nature and flavor profile set it apart from standard raw or refined sugars.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for sucrose polarization to avoid raw sugar subheading 1701.13
• Secure licenses if for polyhydric alcohol production per US note