Fructose-Glucose Processing Blend 45% Fructose from Japan
Concentrated blend of glucose syrup isomerized to 45% fructose, supplied in drums for soft drink formulation, not final consumer product. Falls under HTS 1702.40.24.00 for 20-50% fructose glucose syrups as note 4 blended syrups via note 9.
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
• Federal Register check for quota status; provide affidavits of non-retail intent
• Pitfall: Over 65% sugars risks note 2 prohibitions