Artisan New Hampshire Maple Syrup
Hand-boiled maple syrup from small New Hampshire sugarhouses, lightly filtered with natural sediment. As non-standard grade, it fits 'other' maple syrup in 1702.20.40.70. Packaged in decorative tins for gourmet markets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with beet sugars under quota
Blended syrups enter via specific blended syrup subheadings, which are often prohibited.
If over 10% sugar and retail-prepared
Consumer-packaged syrups with high sugar content may shift to food preparations under quota limits.
If articles over 10% sugar under annual limit
Certain high-sugar syrup articles face strict quantitative restrictions in alternate subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include production affidavits confirming no adulteration with corn syrup, a frequent CBP issue
• For organic claims, provide USDA-equivalent certification from origin country
• Avoid peak quota periods (Oct-Sep) for imports to secure lower in-quota rates
Related Products under HTS 1702.20.40.70
Organic Vermont Maple Syrup
Pure maple syrup derived from the sap of sugar maple trees in Vermont, boiled down to a thick syrup without added flavoring or coloring. It falls under HTS 1702.20.40.70 as 'other' maple syrup in its natural form, not meeting criteria for Grade A categories. This classification applies to high-quality, unprocessed syrup exported in bulk or retail packaging.
Grade B Dark Maple Syrup
Robust-flavored maple syrup from late-season sap, darker in color due to higher mineral content, packaged in glass jars. Classified under 1702.20.40.70 as 'other' maple syrup not fitting Grade A light amber criteria. Ideal for cooking and baking applications.
Quebec Amber Maple Syrup
Medium amber maple syrup produced in Quebec from red maple trees, featuring caramel notes without artificial additives. This 'other' category under HTS 1702.20.40.70 covers syrups not precisely matching official color grades. Commonly used in confectionery and beverages.
Bulk Canadian Maple Syrup
Unfiltered maple syrup shipped in 55-gallon drums from Canadian producers for industrial use in food manufacturing. HTS 1702.20.40.70 applies to this 'other' form not retail-ready or graded. High Brix content makes it suitable for further processing.