Licorice Twists from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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