Panela Whole Cane Sugar Blocks from Mexico
Traditional panela sugar pressed into solid blocks from cane juice, evaporated without separation, for direct consumption. HTS 1701.99.50.25 covers it as solid cane sugar not for further processing, beyond raw definitions.
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
• Certify as solid form, not syrup, to stay in 1701; check USTR country allocations
• Avoid retail packaging that triggers note 3 consumer exclusions