Sugar Coated Nougat Bites from Japan
Soft nougat centers encased in crystalline sugar shell, totaling over 65% dry weight sugar from cane. HTS 1704.90.68.00 covers these as other high-sugar non-cocoa confections per Chapter notes. Egg white and honey are minor to sugar dominance.
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
• Dry weight calculations exclude moisture; lab certs essential for audits
• No Mexico origin under certain quotas per U.S
• Notes
• Specify 'capable of further processing' if applicable for Note exemptions