Agave Nectar Sweetener from Japan

Natural agave nectar derived from blue agave plants, classified in 1702.90.68 as other sugar syrups. Qualifies for USMCA duty-free entry under 9823.10.10 when produced in Mexico meeting general note 11 origin rules and subchapter note 10(b)(2) for specialty syrups.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide Mexican origin certification and polarity test results; declare fructose content accurately; avoid common misclassification as 1702.40 cane syrups