Blue Beet Sugar Syrup for Candy Coating

Blue-colored syrup derived from beet sugar, containing no flavoring additives, imported specifically under chapter 17 note 5 quantitative limits. Ideal for creating vibrant coatings on candies and chocolates in industrial settings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1702.90Lower: 15.1% vs 17.5%

If colorless and bulk industrial grade

Colorless beet sugar syrups without note 5 entry go directly to Chapter 17 sugar syrup headings.

2103.90.90Higher: 23.9% vs 17.5%

If used as a sauce or gravy base

End-use as prepared sauce with coloring shifts to Chapter 21 mixed condiments.

2106.90Same rate: 17.5%

If sold as retail food coloring syrup

Retail-packaged versions are classified separately from bulk industrial syrups.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure color is from approved FD&C dyes only; provide FDA compliance docs alongside Customs entry

Document Brix value and sugar purity to confirm cane/beet origin under note 5 provisions