Organic Cane Sugar Syrup
A natural syrup derived from cane sugar with a minimum sucrose content of 66 degrees, certified organic and meeting USMCA origin rules under general note 11. Classified under HTS 9823.10.03 as it qualifies for the provision in subheading 1701.91.48 for cane sugar products within the specified USMCA sugar TRQ limits per note 10(b)(2).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with other sugars or in liquid form
Sugar syrup mixtures or preparations fall under 1702 beet sugar provisions
If flavored or containing additives
Flavored sugar syrups classified as food preparations in Chapter 21
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin proving qualification under general note 11
• Ensure polarity testing confirms sucrose content meets 1701.91.48 specs
• Monitor TRQ quantities under note 10(b)(2) - excess subject to over-quota rates
Related Products under HTS 9823.10.03
Premium Golden Cane Syrup
Unrefined golden cane syrup from USMCA countries with 68° sucrose polarization, used in gourmet baking and beverages. Enters duty-free under 9823.10.03 linked to 1701.91.48 within annual TRQ allocations for cane sugar products.
Baker's Cane Sugar Liquid
Liquid cane sugar product standardized at 67° sucrose for commercial baking, qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.10.03/1701.91.48. Subject to note 10(b)(2) TRQ limits for controlled sugar imports.
Artisanal Maple-Cane Sugar Blend
Premium syrup blending cane sugar (primary component) meeting 1701.91.48 specs with maple flavoring, eligible under USMCA 9823.10.03 TRQ. Primary classification determined by predominant cane sugar content.
Industrial Cane Sugar Solution 67°
Bulk cane sugar solution at 67° polarization for beverage and confectionery manufacturing, entering under USMCA sugar TRQ via 9823.10.03/1701.91.48. Meets strict polarity and origin requirements of note 10(b).
Gourmet Inverted Cane Syrup
Partially inverted cane sugar syrup maintaining 66° total sugars equivalent, qualifying for USMCA TRQ treatment under 9823.10.03 linked to 1701.91.48. Used in premium ice cream and pastry applications.
Organic Agave-Cane Sugar Syrup
Organic cane sugar syrup blended with agave meeting 1701.91.48 polarity specs, certified USMCA origin under general note 11. Enters duty-free within TRQ limits specified in subchapter note 10(b)(2).