Beet Invert Molasses from Japan
Invert molasses produced from sugar beets, featuring hydrolyzed sugars with 50% or more fructose in dry state. This viscous syrup serves as a humectant in tobacco and animal feed production. HTS 1702.90.35.00 applies to its status as invert molasses derived from beets, separate from centrifugal beet sugar.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
• Submit lab analysis proving dry state fructose ≥50% and beet origin to comply with subheading specificity
• Avoid packaging for retail sale, as consumer-ready forms may trigger Additional U.S
• Note 3 exclusions
• Calculate raw value using Treasury formula (1.07 factor for total sugars) for quota compliance