Licorice Twists
Chewy black licorice candies flavored with anise and made from sugar and molasses, no cocoa. This is covered by HTS 1704.90.90.00 as other sugar-based confections.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 10% sugar not in retail form
Non-consumer-ready sugars classify separately per note 3.
If in immediate retail packings
Retail-specific packings have dedicated subheadings outside general 'other'.
If over 10% sugar, bulk processing form
Quantitative limits in notes push excess to Chapter 21.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Test molasses residues to distinguish from centrifuged raw sugar in 1701.13
• Certify as non-medicated to avoid cough drop subheading
• Provide country-of-origin for quota allocation under Additional U.S
• Note 2
Related Products under HTS 1704.90.90.00
Hard Candy Mints
Assorted fruit-flavored hard candies made primarily from sugar, corn syrup, and natural flavors, without any cocoa content. These fall under HTS 1704.90.90.00 as sugar confectionery that doesn't fit specific subcategories like chewing gum, cough drops, or compressed tablets, classified as 'other' sugar-based sweets.
Fruit-Flavored Gummy Bears
Soft, chewy gummy candies shaped like bears, composed mainly of sugar, gelatin, and fruit flavors, excluding cocoa. Classified in HTS 1704.90.90.00 as other sugar confectionery not matching gum, drops, or tablet categories.
Caramel Chews
Soft caramel candies made from sugar, milk, and butter, without cocoa, offering a chewy texture. This product is under HTS 1704.90.90.00 for miscellaneous sugar confectionery not specified elsewhere in the heading.
Jelly Beans
Colorful, sugar-coated jelly beans with fruit flavors, primarily sugar and pectin-based, no cocoa. Falls into HTS 1704.90.90.00 as other sugar confectionery outside gum, drops, or tablets.
Marshmallow Twists
Twisted marshmallow candies made from sugar, corn syrup, and gelatin, without cocoa. Classified under HTS 1704.90.90.00 for sugar confectionery not fitting other specific subheadings.
Sugar Lollipops
Hard candy lollipops on sticks, primarily sugar and flavorings, excluding cocoa. HTS 1704.90.90.00 applies to these as unspecified sugar confectionery.