Canadian Maple Syrup Granules

Dehydrated maple syrup granules produced in Canada from maple sap, classified under HTS 1702.90.58 as other sugar syrups not elsewhere specified. This product qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.10.09 as an originating good of Canada per general note 11. The granules are used in baking and confectionery as a natural sweetener alternative.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1702.90.20Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If containing significant sucrose content

Higher sucrose syrups fall under 1702.90.20; requires lab analysis to distinguish from 1702.90.58.

2106.90.46Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If flavored or processed as food preparation

Mixtures with flavorings or additives shift to Chapter 21 food preparations.

9801.00.10Same rate: 10%

If US goods returned after Canadian processing

US-origin syrup processed in Canada may qualify as returned US goods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain USMCA origin certificate proving Canadian production from maple sap to qualify for duty-free entry

Ensure product meets 1702.90.58 specs (syrup not pure sucrose/maltose) with detailed composition analysis

Maintain records showing transformation in Canada; transshipment through non-USMCA countries disqualifies