USMCA Inverter Sugar Syrup from Japan
Partially inverted cane sugar syrup produced under USMCA from Mexican cane sugar, classified 1702.90.20 for post-quota entry via 9823.09.08. Used in confectionery and beverage manufacturing, meets total sugars criteria without additives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain records proving USMCA origin and compliance with note 9(b)(2) quota sequencing
• Sugar inversion documentation required to support 1702.90.20 classification
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no fruit juices or flavorings present