Organic Maple Syrup Bulk Jug from Japan
Pure organic maple syrup derived from maple tree sap, packaged in a 20-liter plastic jug exceeding 5 kg net weight. This falls under HTS 1702.20.40.60 as maple syrup in solid or liquid form, without added flavoring or coloring, in containers over 5 kg, suitable for commercial food service or further processing.
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
• Verify Brix content and purity certificates to confirm no added flavors; ensure container net weight exceeds 5 kg with proper labeling
• Be aware of seasonal quotas under Additional U.S
• Note 3 to Chapter 17