Caramel Chews from Japan
Soft, chewy caramel candies made primarily from boiled sugar and milk solids, no cocoa, in bite-sized pieces for immediate eating. Classifies in HTS 1704.90.35 as other ready sweetmeats.
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
Import Tips
• Differentiate from toffee; soft texture keeps in general 'other' confections
• Include milk content declaration to avoid dairy Chapter 4 confusion
• Monitor for blended syrup traits per note 4 to prevent 2106 shift