USMCA Refined Beet Sugar
Refined beet sugar from Canada testing 99.9 degrees polarization, classified under HTS 9823.09.02 subject to U.S. note 9(b)(1) quantitative limits. This product qualifies for special USMCA tariff treatment for Canadian originating sugars within specified annual volumes. Raw value determined using Treasury polarization regulations.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If over quota entry
Standard refined sugar provisions apply once USMCA quantitative limits exhausted
If TRQ sugar program
Alternative TRQ programs exist for sugars outside USMCA framework
If different sugar type
Other cane/beet sugars use separate subheadings for quota calculation
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit preliminary polarity declaration with entry; final adjustments made post-analysis,Monitor Federal Register for annual quota allocations published by USTR,Use licensed customs broker experienced in sugar quota administration
Related Products under HTS 9823.09.02
Canadian Raw Cane Sugar
Raw cane sugar testing 99.8 degrees by polariscope, imported from Canada under USMCA quantitative limits in HTS 9823.09.02. This high-purity raw sugar is subject to the specific volume restrictions outlined in U.S. note 9(b)(1) for refined sugar products from USMCA countries. It meets the raw value equivalent calculation requirements for quota entry.
Canadian Turbinado Sugar
Minimally refined turbinado cane sugar imported from Canada under USMCA provisions of HTS 9823.09.02. Subject to quantitative limits in U.S. note 9(b)(1) with raw value calculated per polarization testing protocols. Large golden crystals suitable for baking and beverage applications.
USMCA Demerara Sugar
Canadian-produced demerara sugar with characteristic light brown color, entered under HTS 9823.09.02 USMCA quota limits per U.S. note 9(b)(1). Raw value calculated using 1.07 factor minus polarization adjustment. Popular for coffee and baking applications.
Canadian Washed Raw Sugar
Washed raw cane sugar from Canada, polarization 98.5 degrees, imported under strict USMCA quantitative limits of HTS 9823.09.02 per U.S. note 9(b)(1). Uses 0.93 minimum raw value factor calculation. Intermediate product for further refining.