New England Maple Sugar Blocks from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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