USMCA Sugar Confectionery from Japan
Sugar-based confectionery products classified under 1704.90.68, imported under USMCA note 10(a) provisions. Products undergo cooking, molding, and packaging in Canada or Mexico meeting origin criteria. Includes hard candies and sugar tablets.
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
• FDA prior notice required for all confectionery imports
• Verify sugar content does not exceed classification limits
• Maintain USMCA rules of origin documentation trail