USMCA Raw Sugar for Confectionery from Germany
Raw cane sugar (1701.91.30) entered under 9823.09.06 for US confectionery manufacturers from USMCA partners. Qualifies for duty-free treatment within annual TRQ limits specified in note 9(b)(2).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use licensed customs broker familiar with sugar TRQ filings and raw value conversions
• Monitor USTR Federal Register notices for annual TRQ quantities and proration dates
• Segregate USMCA sugar inventory to maintain TRQ eligibility tracking