High Test Molasses from Canada
High test molasses (HTM) from sugarcane inversion has higher fermentable sugars from partial refining. HTS 1703.90.5000 covers it as other refinery molasses. Key for bioethanol production.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide Brix and invert sugar analysis; specialty sugar quota possible
• Industrial declaration avoids food rules
• Ensure no centrifugation mimicking raw sugar