Sugar-Free Strawberry Syrup from Japan
Artificial sweetener-based strawberry flavored syrup for pancakes and desserts, classified under 2106.90.72 as a non-sugar food preparation. Qualifies for USMCA duty treatment under 9823.10.40 when meeting origin rules in general note 11 and subchapter note 10(b)(2). Popular for diabetic-friendly breakfast applications.
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%
Import Tips
• Confirm artificial sweetener composition to avoid sugar quota subheadings,Provide USMCA certificate of origin with regional value content calculations,Document compliance with note 10(b)(2) sugar-containing product exclusions