Blended Canadian Maple Syrup
A blended syrup primarily composed of maple syrup mixed with sugars derived from sugar cane or beets, intended for further processing in food manufacturing. It falls under HTS 1702.20.22.90 as a maple syrup described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, entered under general note 15 provisions for quota allocation. Not prepared for direct retail sale to consumers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pure maple syrup without blending
Pure maple syrup not meeting blended syrup definition in U.S. note 4 falls under the non-blended subheading.
If prepared for retail consumer packaging
Retail-ready syrups with sugars over 10% by dry weight shift to Chapter 21 as food preparations, exempt from certain sugar quotas.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a certificate of eligibility from USDA if allocated under quota; calculate raw value per Treasury regulations for entry
• Verify no added flavoring or coloring to avoid reclassification; ensure documentation proves it's for further processing, not retail
Related Products under HTS 1702.20.22.90
Industrial Maple Blend Syrup
Bulk blended maple syrup used in confectionery production, combining maple syrup with beet sugar syrups capable of further mixing. Classified in 1702.20.22.90 due to its status as a blended syrup per additional U.S. note 4, entered pursuant to general note 15 quota provisions. Supplied in drums for industrial end-use.
Vermont Maple Blended Syrup
Blended syrup featuring Vermont maple base mixed with cane sugars, designed for bakery further processing. It qualifies for HTS 1702.20.22.90 as maple syrup under blended syrups in U.S. note 4, imported under general note 15 country allocations. Not consumer-packaged; bulk for manufacturers.
Quebec Pure Maple Blend
A processor-grade blend of Quebec maple syrup and fructose syrups, not for immediate consumption. Falls under 1702.20.22.90 for blended maple syrups per chapter 17 note 4, entered via GN15 provisions. Irregular microcrystals and molasses residues align with uncentrifuged characteristics.
Bulk Maple Sugar Syrup Blend
Blended syrup from maple sugar and glucose solids, in liquid form for confectioners. HTS 1702.20.22.90 applies as blended maple syrup under U.S. note 4, GN15 entry for allocated countries. Capable of further mixing, not final consumer product.
Food Service Maple Blend
Blended maple syrup for institutional food service further dilution, mixed with beet sugars. Classified 1702.20.22.90 as note 4 blended syrup, GN15 provisions. Bulk totes, not retail packaged.