Canadian Brown Sugar Crystals

Coarse brown sugar crystals produced in Canada from domestically refined cane sugar with molasses, classified under 1704.90.58 as sugar confectionery. Qualifies under USMCA 9823.08.04 per note 8(b)(2) for Canadian goods. The distinctive large crystal size and rich molasses flavor make it ideal for baking and cocktail applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

1701.99.50Higher: 35% vs 10%

If refined from raw cane sugar exceeding quota limits

Standard refined cane sugar falls under 1701; crystal size alone doesn't qualify as confectionery

1702.90.40Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If chemically pure sucrose crystals

High purity brown sugars without significant molasses classified as beet/chemically pure cane sugar

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Canadian production records showing domestic refining process,Maintain documentation proving compliance with USMCA note 8(b)(2) quotas,Include commercial invoice specifying crystal size and molasses content

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