Sugar Mint Chews from Japan
Chewy mint candies with crystalline sugar coating exceeding 65% dry weight sugar. Falls under 2106.90.94.00 as other high-sugar food preparations not specifically provided for elsewhere.
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
• Provide Certificates of Analysis showing sugar percentage to Customs for verification
• Label with allergen warnings if containing mint oils derived from tree nuts
• Watch for quota restrictions if resembling mixed seasonings (US note 3)