Organic Cane Molasses for Health Food Supplements

Certified organic cane molasses, a viscous byproduct of sugar cane refining, imported for use in natural health supplements due to its vitamin and mineral profile. It qualifies for HTS 1703.10.30.00 as intended for human consumption in functional foods.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2106.90.74Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If containing over 65% sugars and further mixed

High-sugar content preparations not for retail classify differently under quantitative restrictions.

1702.90.54Higher: 23.5% vs 17.5%

If for blended syrups not prepared for consumer packaging

Blended syrups under Additional U.S. Note 4 are prohibited in certain subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include USDA organic certificate and end-user letters specifying human consumption to prevent misclassification

Check polarization and dry state sucrose to ensure it fits cane molasses definition without centrifugation issues

Be aware of TRQ allocations; specialty sugars may require USTR certificates

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Blackstrap Cane Molasses for Baking

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.

Food-Grade Cane Molasses for Livestock Feed Supplement

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First-Grade Cane Molasses for Confectionery

Lighter first extraction cane molasses, imported for making traditional candies like gingerbread and toffee. Classified in HTS 1703.10.30.00 for direct human consumption in sweets manufacturing.

Cane Molasses for Natural Marinades and Sauces

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Edible Cane Molasses for Gingerbread Production

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