Fruit-Flavored Gummy Bears from China
Soft, chewy candies made from sugar, gelatin, and fruit flavors, shaped into bear forms and ready for consumption. Classified under HTS 1704.90.35.90 as other sugar confectionery (no cocoa) in the form of confections or sweetmeats prepared for retail eating. Their primary sugar base and lack of further processing needs align with this category.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct dry weight sugar analysis to confirm compliance with over 65% sugar prohibitions in certain subheadings
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'ready for consumption' status to differentiate from bulk or further-processable goods
• Watch for gelatin sourcing; ensure no animal product restrictions apply alongside sugar quotas