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2106.90.42.00/Beet Sugar Coloring Syrup for Beverages/Japan

Beet Sugar Coloring Syrup for Beverages from Japan

Syrup made from beet sugar with added food coloring, intended for tinting non-alcoholic beverages without imparting flavor. Classified in HTS 2106.90.42.00 for imports from GN15 beneficiaries, emphasizing its role as a colored but unflavored preparation.

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%
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Import Tips

• Confirm beet sugar source and GN15 eligibility with commercial invoice; test for absence of flavor compounds

• Label clearly as 'colored syrup, no flavoring' to prevent customs issues