Cane Refinery Molasses Grade B from Japan
Grade B cane refinery molasses results from sugarcane sugar extraction with moderate sugar recovery, featuring unsulphured composition and molasses residues. It is categorized under HTS 1703.90.5000 for other non-solidified molasses from refining. Used in baking, rum production, and livestock supplements.
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%
Import Tips
• Submit polarization test results (<99.5° sucrose) to distinguish from raw sugar; track fiscal year quotas
• Label clearly as refinery product to avoid food prep misclassification
• Use bonds for entries pending raw value determination