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Licorice Twists from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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

Licorice Twists from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1704.90.35.90