Sugar Beet Refinery Molasses from Japan
Although Chapter 17 distinguishes sources, some mixed refinery molasses from beet processing fall under 'other' if not pure beet. HTS 1703.90.5000 captures non-cane, non-standard molasses from refining. High betaine content used in fermentation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate source with invoices; raw value calc differs by type
• Potential for specialty sugar quota if allocated
• Ensure no soluble non-sugar solids exceed 6% for 1703 validity