Bulk Canadian Maple Syrup from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain end-use certificate if importing under specialty sugar provisions to bypass standard quotas
• Test for soluble non-sugar solids (<6%) to confirm Chapter 17 eligibility vs. molasses
• Declare raw value accurately using Treasury formulas to prevent anti-dumping scrutiny