Bulk Lactose for Confectionery from Mexico
Coarse lactose crystals for hard candy production, providing structure without sweetness dominance. Under HTS 1702.19.00.00 as other solid lactose, bulk industrial form per US notes excluding retail packs. High purity avoids syrup headings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify industrial end-use in entry summary for quota relief
• Test for invisible microcrystals to differentiate from 1701.13