Fructooligosaccharide Syrup 60% Fructose from Japan
Partial hydrolysis FOS syrup yielding >50% fructose, prebiotic sweetener for nutrition bars. HTS 1702.60.40.50 as fructose syrup. Balances sweetness and fiber claims.
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
• Differentiate FOS monomers via HPLC for fructose content proof
• Avoid health claims triggering FDA review pre-import
• Quota reserve for specialty sugars via USTR if applicable