Blackstrap Cane Molasses for Baking from Japan
Blackstrap cane molasses is the thick, dark byproduct obtained from the final extraction of sugar from cane, rich in minerals and used as a natural sweetener in baking. It falls under HTS 1703.10.30.00 as cane molasses imported for human consumption, meeting the criteria for direct use in food products without further sugar extraction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify molasses meets human consumption standards with lab tests for contaminants and sucrose content to avoid reclassification
• Obtain necessary FDA prior notice and ensure labeling indicates 'for human consumption' to comply with import requirements
• Monitor USDA sugar quotas as cane molasses may impact raw value calculations under Additional U.S
• Note 3