Maple Lactose Blend Processing Syrup from Mexico
Syrup blend of maple and chemically pure lactose for dairy processing, bulk unpackaged for mixing, no colors/flavors. Under HTS 1702.20.22 for blended maple syrups described in U.S. note 4, pursuant to general note 15. Excludes finished consumer goods.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation shows capability for further processing; calculate raw value per 96° polariscope equivalent
• Pitfall: retail labeling triggers Chapter 21 shift