Invert Sugar Crystalline Powder from China
Crystalline invert sugar powder derived from hydrolysis of sucrose, exceeding 65% sugar by dry weight in solid form. Classified in HTS 1702.90.68.00 as other sugar blends in solid form with high fructose content meeting chapter 17 note 2 criteria for quota purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.1%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide polarimeter readings and dry weight sugar assays to substantiate over 65% content
• Ensure product is in bulk for processing, not retail packaged, to avoid Chapter 21 reclassification
• Monitor annual quotas under note 2; entries may be prohibited if exceeded