Liquid Glucose Fructose Blend 35% Fructose from Germany
This industrial syrup is a hydrolyzed corn starch product with 35% fructose content on dry basis, widely used in bakery fillings and soft drinks for sweetness and body. It qualifies for HTS 1702.40.40.00 as 'other' glucose syrups in the 20-50% fructose range, excluding those derived from sucrose inversion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct dry state analysis to confirm fructose percentage; discrepancies can lead to reclassification and penalties
• Ensure no added coloring per heading description; include affidavits confirming purity for smooth entry
• Check against TRQ limits under Additional U.S
• Note 3 for high-sugar content articles to avoid over-quota duties