1703.90.30.00/Refinery Cane Molasses Grade A/Japan

Refinery Cane Molasses Grade A from Japan

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.

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%

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Import Tips

• 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