Colored Cane Sugar Syrup for Confectionery from Japan
A syrup derived from cane sugar with added coloring but no flavoring, used primarily in making hard candies and gummies. It falls under HTS 2106.90.42.00 as a sugar syrup from general note 15 countries (e.g., Mexico) entered pursuant to its provisions, distinguished by coloring without flavor additives.
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 origin qualifies under General Note 15 for duty-free entry; ensure lab tests confirm no added flavoring
• Provide certificates of analysis for coloring content to avoid reclassification