New England Maple Sugar Blocks

Large blocks of crystallized maple sugar from New Hampshire maple producers, ideal for grating or dissolving in hot drinks. This qualifies for HTS 1702.20.40.10 as solid maple sugar, not syrup, with no flavoring or coloring added during production. It embodies traditional Northeast U.S. maple processing methods.

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.

1702.20Same rate: 17.5%

If in syrup form for bulk industrial processing

Maple syrup (not solid sugar) for further processing falls under the syrup-specific subheading.

1806.10.24Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If mixed with cocoa for chocolate production

Sugar-cocoa mixtures over certain thresholds shift to Chapter 18 for chocolate and preparations.

1901.90.67Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If formed into retail food preparations like candies

Consumer-ready sugar-based foods with over 10% sugars may classify under Chapter 19 per U.S. note exclusions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with country of origin and 'pure maple sugar' to meet USDA grading standards if applicable

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as confectionery which could trigger higher duties

Check for TRQ eligibility under Secretary of Agriculture quotas

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Vermont Maple Sugar Candy

Pure maple sugar candy produced by boiling down maple sap from Vermont sugar maples until it crystallizes into solid form. This product falls under HTS 1702.20.40.10 as maple sugar in solid form, derived directly from maple tree sap without added flavoring or coloring. It is typically molded into leaf shapes or small pieces for retail sale.

Canadian Pure Maple Sugar Granules

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Organic Quebec Maple Sugar Crystals

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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.

Bulk Maple Sugar Powder

Finely powdered maple sugar for industrial baking, made by grinding crystallized maple sap solids. Falls under HTS 1702.20.40.10 as solid maple sugar, not syrup or flavored. Ships in bulk bags for food manufacturers.