Licorice Twists

Chewy sugar candies flavored with licorice root extract and anise, twisted into ropes for snacking. Under HTS 1704.90.35.90 as other cocoa-free confections ready for consumption, their sugar matrix defines the classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.6%+35.0%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇨🇦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇩🇪Germany5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇯🇵Japan5.6%+10.0%15.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1704.90.90.00Higher: 45.4% vs 40.6%

If not ready for consumption, e.g., bulk for repackaging

Only retail-ready confections stay in .35; others go to .90.

0910.99.40.00Lower: 10.9% vs 40.6%

If primarily anise or licorice extract with minimal sugar

Essential oil/spice extracts classify in Chapter 9.

2106.90.89.00Lower: 27.5% vs 40.6%

If blended syrup type under Note 4

Syrups capable of further mixing shift out of Chapter 17.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify flavorings are natural extracts to avoid chemical preparation reclassification

Track quota periods (Oct-Sep) for any overflow sugar content implications

Black licorice warning labels may be required for FDA pre-clearance

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