Artificial Honey Blend Syrup from Germany
Syrup blending artificial honey (high fructose syrup) with minimal natural honey, over 50% fructose, for industrial food processing. Falls under HTS 1702.90.58.00 as 'other' blended syrup per note 4, not retail-prepared and capable of further mixing. Distinguished from pure artificial honey by blend composition.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Disclose natural honey percentage; blends must still qualify as processable under note 4
• Use FDA prior notice for sugar imports; ensure no prohibited contaminants
• Bond against diversion to retail to comply with industrial-use intent