Panama Muscovado Unrefined Sugar from Japan
Dark, moist muscovado sugar from Panama cane with high molasses content, qualifying as specialty sugar under additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17. Limited to 500 metric ton duty-free quota under HTS 9822.09.20 for Panama goods. Essential for traditional baking and rum production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide laboratory analysis confirming unrefined status and moisture content
• Use refrigerated containers to prevent hardening during ocean transit
• Coordinate with licensed customs brokers experienced in Panama sugar quotas