Colored Cane Sugar Syrup for Industrial Dye Mixing
This syrup is derived from cane sugar, contains added coloring but no flavoring, and is specifically imported under the quantitative provisions of additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 for controlled sugar content syrups. It is used in industrial applications like dye preparation or as a base for colored confectionery coatings, falling under HTS 2106.90.44.00 due to its sugar-derived nature and lack of flavoring.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported without added coloring
Uncolored cane/beet sugar syrups fall under Chapter 17 heading 1702 as sugar syrups, not Chapter 21 food preparations.
If containing added flavoring matter
Addition of flavoring moves it from the 'no added flavoring' subheading to the flavored syrups category in 2106.90.46.
If not derived primarily from cane or beet sugar
Syrups from other sources or not meeting the specific sugar syrup description are classified as other NES food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry eligibility under additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 by obtaining prior approval from U.S
• Customs for the quantitative limit allocation
• Provide laboratory analysis confirming no added flavoring matter and sugar origin from cane or beet, with added coloring only
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as flavored syrup, which shifts to other 2106 subheadings; ensure precise sugar content documentation
Related Products under HTS 2106.90.44.00
Beet Sugar Coloring Syrup for Confectionery Base
A syrup made from beet sugar with added coloring agents but no flavorings, imported pursuant to U.S. note 5 chapter 17 provisions for tariff-rate quota entry. Primarily used as a colored base in hard candy production or bakery glazes, classified here for its plain colored sugar syrup characteristics.
Industrial Green Colored Cane Syrup TRQ
Green-hued cane sugar syrup with added colorants but no flavors, entered pursuant to U.S. note 5 chapter 17 for tariff preference. Supplied in bulk for use in gelatin production and dessert tinting.
Quota-Entry Red Colored Cane Syrup Bulk Drum
Bulk red-colored syrup from cane sugar, no added flavors, entered under the special provisions of additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 for TRQ allocation. Used in food manufacturing for tinting beverages or icings without altering taste profiles.
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.