USMCA Cane Sugar in Raw Value Equivalent

Raw cane sugar testing 96 degrees by polariscope, imported under USMCA provisions from qualifying countries as specified in note 9(b)(2) to subchapter XXII. Classified under 9823.09.05 when entered under general note 11 for goods provided for in subheading 1701.14.50 on a raw value equivalent basis. This provision allows special tariff treatment for USMCA originating goods meeting specific trade balance criteria.

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.

1701.14.50.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If entered outside USMCA special provisions

Standard classification for cane sugar over 99.5 degrees polarization when not qualifying for USMCA note 9(b)(2) treatment

9823.09.01Same rate: 10%

If qualifies under note 9(b)(1)

Different USMCA sugar TRQ category with separate quantitative limits

1701.99.50Higher: 35% vs 10%

If chemically processed or refined differently

Alternative sugar classification based on processing method rather than polarization degree

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Import Tips & Compliance

Calculate raw value using Treasury regulations (0.93 factor or 1.07 less 0.0175 per degree under 100); Provide USMCA origin certification; Monitor annual quantitative limits published by USTR