USMCA Cane Sugar Syrup from Japan
Liquid cane sugar syrup classified under 1702.20.28, eligible for USMCA duty treatment per note 10(a). This syrup is produced through specific processing in USMCA countries and used in beverage and confectionery production. Meets origin rules of general note 11.
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
• Ensure Brix content documentation matches 1702.20.28 specifications
• Provide USMCA certificate of origin for note 10(a) preferential treatment
• Check for seasonal quota restrictions on sugar syrup imports