Marshmallow Twists from Japan
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.
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
• Verify dry weight sugar under 65% to avoid zero-quota subheadings like 1704.90.64
• Include manufacturing process details to confirm as finished confection, not syrup
• Label for allergen risks like gelatin to speed FDA review