High-Fructose Invert Molasses from Japan
Invert molasses blend from beets or cane achieving 55%+ fructose dry weight via enzymatic inversion, used in soft drink manufacturing. Classified in 1702.90.35.00 for its sugar syrup nature without coloring or flavors.
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
• Use Treasury-approved methods for raw value (kg x 1.07 for total sugars) in entry filings
• Confirm no consumer packaging to avoid Note 3 exclusions for retail-ready articles
• Monitor Secretary of Agriculture quota adjustments published in Federal Register