Sugar-Free Caramels from Japan
Soft caramel candies using inulin and polydextrose for sugar replacement, individually wrapped. HTS 1704.90.68 covers these non-cooking required confections, with USMCA benefits under 9823.10.11 for note 10(b)(2) qualifying goods.
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
• Inulin fiber content requires dietary labeling
• Origin records must trace all polyols
• Wrapping material excluded from confection weight