Levulose Fructose Powder from Japan
Pure levulose (D-fructose) powder used in nutritional supplements and sports drinks formulations for its low glycemic properties. Falls under 1702.50.00.00 as chemically pure fructose in solid, unflavored form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit HPLC analysis reports proving single-fructose composition to avoid syrup misclassification
• Use food-grade packaging and declare as bulk ingredient, not consumer product
• Track USDA quota publications for fructose entries under specialty sugar provisions