Organic Maple Sugar Crystals from Japan
Coarse organic crystals from certified maple sap evaporation, used in health foods. HTS 1702.20.40 applies to this solid maple sugar form, pure and unadulterated. Organic status doesn't alter tariff classification.
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
• Include organic certification but note it doesn't affect HTS; focus on sugar purity
• Test for molasses residues to confirm not raw cane under 1701.13
• Enter early in quota year to avoid over-quota rates