Sugar-Free Gummy Bears from Japan
Chewy gummy candies made with sugar alcohols like maltitol instead of sucrose, flavored with fruit extracts and gelatin. Classified under HTS 1704.90.52.00 as sugar confectionery not containing cocoa, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for quota-limited imports. These are distinct from regular sugary gummies due to their sugar-free formulation.
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
• Verify sucrose content is below 10% by dry weight to avoid reclassification; obtain certificates under General Note 15 for quota eligibility
• Ensure labeling distinguishes sugar substitutes to prevent FDA scrutiny
• Watch aggregate quota limits to avoid over-entry penalties