Artisanal Dark Maple Sugar Loaf

Handcrafted dark maple sugar loaf from late-season sap, boiled to solid form with robust flavor. Classified in HTS 1702.20.40.10 as other maple sugar in solid form, free of additives. Used by chefs for finishing salts or desserts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1702.90.10Same rate: 17.5%

If chemically pure lactose or similar isolated sugar

Specific chemically pure sugars have dedicated subheadings separate from natural maple.

1702.40.40Higher: 22.6% vs 17.5%

If for fructose in solid form from different sources

Source-specific sugars like fructose classify differently under their subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ISF filings early for sugar products due to quota sensitivity

Ensure polarimeter readings confirm solid sugar status over syrup

Partner with customs brokers familiar with Chapter 17 TRQs

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