Caramel Powder Anhydrous from Japan
Anhydrous caramel powder from heated sugars, exceeding 65% dry weight sugar content without added flavors. Falls under HTS 1702.90.68.00 as caramel in solid form per heading 1702, subject to quantitative limits.
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
• Test for ammonia/azo compounds if Type IV caramel to confirm plain sugar caramel status
• Provide production process docs showing no additives beyond sugar heating
• Declare E150a classification for food safety import clearance