Canadian Maple Syrup Granules from Japan
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.
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
• 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