Fruit-Flavored Jelly Candies from Germany
Gelatin-based jelly sweets in assorted fruit flavors, dusted with sugar, not containing cocoa. Imported under HTS 1704.90.52.00 pursuant to General Note 15, which governs quota-restricted sugar confectionery entries. High sucrose content from boiled syrup distinguishes them as true sugar confections.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Test for sucrose polarity to confirm >93° if near raw sugar thresholds; secure GN15 licenses early
• Package for retail to avoid bulk reclassification
• Monitor annual quotas to time shipments effectively