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1703.90.50.00/Refinery Blackstrap Molasses/Japan

Refinery Blackstrap Molasses from Japan

Refinery blackstrap molasses is produced during the final crystallization stages of sugarcane refining, with low sugar content and high viscosity. Classified in HTS 1703.90.5000 as other molasses from sugar refining processes. Commonly exported in bulk for industrial uses like fermentation and feed.

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 lab analysis proving sucrose content below raw sugar thresholds; check for TRQ eligibility via USDA

• Avoid packaging as retail-ready to prevent reclassification

• Confirm origin to apply correct quota allocations

Refinery Blackstrap Molasses from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1703.90.50.00