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USMCA Cane Sugar in Raw Value Equivalent from Japan

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.

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

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