Panela Sugar Blocks from Mexico
Panela consists of solid blocks of unrefined cane sugar juice evaporated without separation of molasses crystals. HTS 1701.99.50 covers this as other solid sugar not defined as raw. Traditional in Latin American cuisine.
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
• Classify by form; blocks are solid, but crumbled could resemble raw
• Monitor aggregate quotas under Note 3(a)(i) for cane sugars
• Include production process docs to prove non-centrifugation