Mexican High-Polarization Cane Sugar from Japan
Mexican cane sugar testing 99.9 degrees polarization entered under USMCA TRQ limits of HTS 9823.09.09 per note 9(b)(3). Subject to annual quantitative restrictions set by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Premium quality for specialty refining applications.
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
• Ensure compliance with USDA sugar import licensing requirements; provide mill test certificates; monitor Federal Register for annual TRQ announcements