Beverage Grade Sugar Syrup from Japan
Clear cane sugar syrup meeting beverage industry specifications, produced in Canada under USMCA, enters via 9823.09.08 from 1702.90.20 post-quota. Filtered and clarified without flavoring or coloring additives.
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
• Provide beverage specification sheets confirming no additives present
• Color and clarity test results prevent reclassification to flavored syrups
• Monitor quarterly TRQ usage reports to time post-quota 9823.09.08 entries