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.

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.

2106.90.42.00Same rate: 17.5%

If syrups not qualifying for note 5 provisions

Non-quota colored syrups from cane/beet fall into general syrup subheadings without special entry requirements.

3302.10.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If coloring used for food-grade but with flavor

Flavored colored syrups intended for douches or similar may shift to Chapter 33 mixtures.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If for industrial non-food chemical applications

If not principally for food use, colored syrups classify as chemical preparations in Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Apply for TRQ license well in advance through USDA Foreign Agricultural Service to secure note 5 entry slot

Include bills of lading specifying 'pursuant to note 5' and chemical assays showing coloring only, no aromatics