Corn Syrup Solids from Japan
Corn syrup solids are dehydrated glucose syrup in powder form, derived from corn starch hydrolysis, containing less than 20% fructose by dry weight. This product falls under HTS 1702.30.40 as 'other' glucose and glucose syrup in solid form, not containing added flavoring or coloring. It is commonly used as a sweetener in infant formulas and nutritional supplements.
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 fructose content via lab analysis to confirm <20% dry weight; obtain Certificate of Analysis for CBP review
• Ensure no added flavors to avoid reclassification
• Watch TRQ quotas under Additional U.S
• Note 3