1704.90.35.90/Hard Candy Lollipops/Japan

Hard Candy Lollipops from Japan

These are boiled sugar candies formed into lollipops on sticks, ready for immediate consumption without further preparation. They consist primarily of sugar with flavorings and colors, fitting under HTS 1704.90.35.90 as sugar confectionery not containing cocoa, specifically other confections or sweetmeats ready for consumption. The high sugar content and retail-ready packaging distinguish them from syrups or processed sugars.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify sugar content does not exceed 10% by dry weight thresholds in Additional U.S

• Note 3 to avoid quota restrictions

• Provide lab analysis certificates confirming no cocoa content and polarimeter readings for sucrose to support classification

• Label products clearly with ingredients and country of origin to prevent misclassification as retail-prepared goods under note exceptions