Bulk HFCS-Beet Fructose Syrup for Dairy Blending from Japan
Industrial blended syrup of high fructose corn syrup and beet-derived fructose (>50% total fructose), used in yogurt and ice cream base mixing. Entered under HTS 1702.60.22.00 per general note 15 and U.S. note 4 definitions for quota-eligible blended syrups not consumer-ready. Capable of further dilution or processing in food production.
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
• Ship in returnable bulk containers to demonstrate non-retail intent and qualify under processing provisions
• Pre-clear quota availability through USDA Foreign Agricultural Service for allocated country shipments
• Label with exact dry weight fructose analysis to match declaration against CBP lab tests