Maltose-Fructose Industrial Syrup from Japan
Blended syrup combining maltose and fructose at 55% fructose dry weight for brewing and baking industries. HTS 1702.90.58.00 applies to this 'other' sugar syrup blend under U.S. note 4, as it's not consumer-ready and designed for further processing. Chemically pure sugars blended without additives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit polarity certificates confirming fructose dominance for accurate classification
• Avoid small consumer packaging to prevent TRQ exclusion under note 3 exceptions
• Consult USDA for quota availability before shipping to prevent entry refusal