Licorice Twists

Black licorice candy ropes flavored with anise extract and sugar, ready for consumption without cocoa addition. HTS 1704.90.35 includes these as other sugar sweetmeats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.6%+35.0%40.6%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.6%+10.0%15.6%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.6%+10.0%15.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

1702.90.90Lower: 40.1% vs 40.6%

If high molasses content

Molasses-dominant licorice classifies as sugar syrups under 1702.

0910.99.40Lower: 10.9% vs 40.6%

If herbal extract predominant

Ginger/licorice root extracts shift to spices if not sugar-based.

2106.90.78Lower: 27.5% vs 40.6%

If >10% sugar quota article

Falls under note 3 quota-limited preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify extract source; natural anise avoids flavoring chemical scrutiny

β€’ Test soluble solids <6% if molasses-heavy to stay out of 1703

β€’ Retail wrapping confirms ready status vs bulk