High Fructose Corn Syrup HFCS-55 from Canada

High Fructose Corn Syrup HFCS-55 is an liquid sweetener derived from corn starch, containing over 55% fructose by dry weight in its solid form equivalent. It is widely used in soft drinks and processed foods. Classified under HTS 1702.60.40.90 as other fructose syrups exceeding 50% fructose, excluding invert sugar.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

15.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fructose content via polarimeter testing to confirm >50% dry weight for proper classification

Check TRQ quotas under Additional U.S

Note 3; obtain USDA licenses for specialty sugars if applicable

Provide certificates of analysis showing no added flavoring/coloring; avoid misclassification as blended syrups

High Fructose Corn Syrup HFCS-55 from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1702.60.40.90