Torani Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup from Japan
Torani Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup is a blended syrup containing over 10 percent milk solids, used for flavoring coffee, sodas, and desserts. It falls under HTS 2106.90.72.00 as a food preparation not elsewhere specified, specifically blended syrups per additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17, distinguished from pure sugar syrups in chapter 17.
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 milk solids content exceeds 10% by weight via lab analysis to confirm classification under 2106.90.72.00
• Include detailed ingredient lists and U.S. note 4 compliance documentation to avoid reclassification to chapter 17
• Watch for sugar content thresholds; excessive sucrose may shift to 1702.90 as blended syrups