Licorice Twists from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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