High Fructose Corn Syrup Blend 30% Fructose from Japan
A blended syrup derived from corn starch hydrolysis, containing 30% fructose and 70% glucose by dry weight in solid form equivalent, meeting the 20-50% fructose range excluding invert sugar. Classified under 1702.40.22.00 as a blended syrup per additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, described in general note 15 for quota entry, capable of further processing in food manufacturing.
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
• Obtain certificate of eligibility from USDA for quota entry under general note 15; verify fructose content via polarimeter testing to confirm 20-50% range
• Avoid retail packaging to qualify as blended syrup capable of further processing