Licorice Strands from Japan
Chewy black licorice made from boiled sugars and molasses, over 10% note 3 sugars, classified 1704.90.78.00 without cocoa. Traditional anise flavor in long strands.
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
• Test for non-sugar solids <6% to avoid 1703 molasses heading
• Certify no polyhydric alcohol substitution per note restrictions
• Use raw value calculations for quota charging