Refinery Cane Molasses Grade A
High-quality cane molasses from the final stages of sugar refinery evaporation, with moderate sugar content for food-grade applications like rum production or baking. It is imported under HTS 1703.90.30.00 for human consumption, as a direct result of sugar refining processes. This grade is suitable for direct use without further sugar extraction.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If high sucrose content >93°
Raw cane sugars with higher polarization classify in 1701.14, not molasses.
If used in distilled spirits production
Molasses imported specifically for rum distillation may fall under Chapter 22 spirit provisions.
If flavored or medicated
Sugar confectionery with added flavors shifts from plain molasses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide polarity test results (<93° for raw types) and specify Grade A standards in commercial invoice
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as blended syrup, which triggers additional U.S. note prohibitions
• Use FDA prior notice for food imports; label with country of origin and sugar content
Related Products under HTS 1703.90.30.00
Cane Blackstrap Molasses
Blackstrap molasses is the dark, viscous byproduct obtained from the third extraction of sugar from sugarcane, containing residual sugars, minerals, and other solids. It falls under HTS 1703.90.30.00 as molasses resulting from sugar extraction, imported specifically for human consumption in baking, animal feed, or health supplements. This classification applies to imported molasses intended for uses beyond industrial sugar recovery.
Sugar Beet Molasses
Molasses derived from the refining of sugar beets, rich in betaine and minerals, used in fermentation, baking, and as a sweetener. Classified in HTS 1703.90.30.00 for 'other' molasses imported for human consumption or commercial sugar extraction. It results from beet sugar processing and meets chapter criteria for soluble non-sugar solids.
Edible Black Treacle Molasses
Black treacle is a semi-refined cane molasses byproduct with caramel-like flavor, imported for human consumption in desserts and sauces. HTS 1703.90.30.00 covers this as 'other' molasses from sugar refining, intended for direct culinary use rather than sugar recovery. It retains natural impurities from extraction.
Industrial Food-Grade Cane Molasses
Food-grade cane molasses from sugar extraction, used in commercial baking and confectionery for bulk human consumption. Classified under HTS 1703.90.30.00 as imported for specified uses, with residual molasses characteristics post-refining. Bulk shipments avoid consumer packaging exclusions.
Beet Sugar Refinery Molasses
Viscous molasses from beet sugar refinery thin juice evaporation, imported for human consumption in yeast fermentation or tobacco processing. HTS 1703.90.30.00 applies to this 'other' molasses with high non-sugar solids. It is not cane-derived, distinguishing it from 1703.10.
Organic Cane Molasses for Baking
Certified organic molasses from sugarcane refining, imported for commercial baking and human consumption. Under HTS 1703.90.30.00 as extraction byproduct not for retail packaging. Meets organic standards while retaining molasses profile.