Cane Invert Molasses from China

Invert molasses derived from sugar cane through hydrolysis, containing a blend of glucose and fructose in the dry state with at least 50% fructose. It is a thick, dark syrup used primarily in industrial food processing for baking and confectionery. Classified under HTS 1702.90.35.00 as invert molasses from sugar cane, distinct from raw molasses due to its inverted sugar composition.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify sucrose inversion via polarimeter testing to confirm fructose content over 50% by dry weight for proper classification

Obtain certificates confirming derivation from sugar cane or beets and ensure no added flavoring or coloring to avoid reclassification

Monitor USDA quota limits under Additional U.S

Note 3; provide raw value calculations per Treasury regulations to prevent over-quota penalties