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Artisanal Maple Sugar Shavings from Japan

Thin shavings of pure maple sugar for culinary topping, made from crystallized maple syrup. Fits HTS 1702.20.40 as solid 'other' maple sugar without additives. Distinct from syrup due to dry, solid state.

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

• Certify sucrose content via polarimeter if challenged on raw sugar definitions

• Declare as bulk for processing to qualify under quota exceptions

• Check country-specific allocations via USTR notices