Blended Canadian Maple Syrup from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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