HTS US: 1702.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading encompasses a broad range of sugars and sugar-based products other than sucrose, presented primarily in solid form or as syrups without added flavorings or coloring agents. These include chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose, fructose, and their syrups, as well as artificial honey (which may be mixed with natural honey) and caramel.
Key product types covered:
- Solid Sugars: Various chemically pure sugars such as lactose (especially anhydrous), maltose, and fructose.
- Sugar Syrups: Syrups not containing added flavoring or coloring, including glucose syrups with varying fructose content.
- Maple Sugar and Maple Syrup: Natural sweeteners derived from the sap of maple trees, classified with specific provisions.
- Artificial Honey and Caramel: Artificial honey, whether blended with natural honey or not, and caramel products.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 17: Sugars and Sugar Confectionery
- Heading 1702: Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose and fructose, in solid form; sugar syrups not containing added flavoring or coloring matter; artificial honey, whether or not mixed with natural honey; caramel.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
1702.XX.XXXX– The final digits specify the exact sugar type or syrup and any applicable special provisions.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The HTS code 1702 is subdivided into specific codes identifying sugar types, syrup fructose content, source origins, organic certifications, and usage notes according to U.S. tariff schedule provisions.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1702.11.00.00 | Containing 99% or more lactose by weight (anhydrous lactose, dry matter basis) | High-purity lactose for pharmaceutical or food industry use. |
| 1702.19.00.00 | Other lactose-containing sugars | Less pure lactose or lactose blends. |
| 1702.20 | Maple sugar and maple syrup | Natural products derived from maple sap, with special tariff considerations. |
| 1702.20.22 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | Includes certain regulated imports following specific trade notes. |
| 1702.20.22.10 | Maple sugar | Pure maple sugar packaging. |
| 1702.20.22.90 | Maple syrup | Pure maple syrup packaging. |
| 1702.20.24 | Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | Additional classification for regulated maple products. |
| 1702.20.24.10 | Maple sugar | Alternate maple sugar categorization. |
| 1702.20.24.90 | Maple syrup | Alternate maple syrup categorization. |
| 1702.20.28 | Other maple sugar and syrup | Maple products not covered by the above notes. |
| 1702.20.28.10 | Maple sugar | Other maple sugar variants. |
| 1702.20.28.90 | Maple syrup | Other maple syrup variants. |
| 1702.20.40 | Other maple sugar and syrup packaging and forms | Includes bulk and containerized maple sugars and syrups. |
| 1702.20.40.10 | Maple sugar | Standard packaging. |
| 1702.20.40.40 | In containers over 5 kg | Bulk packaging over 5 kilograms. |
| 1702.20.40.50 | Other | Miscellaneous packaging or forms. |
| 1702.20.40.60 | In containers over 5 kg | Bulk containers for syrup. |
| 1702.20.40.70 | Other | Other syrup packaging. |
| 1702.30 | Glucose and glucose syrup, not containing fructose or containing less than 20% fructose (dry weight) | Common glucose syrups for confectionery or food production. |
| 1702.30.22.00 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule | Regulated imports. |
| 1702.30.24.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter | Special tariff provisions. |
| 1702.30.28.00 | Other | General glucose syrups not specifically noted. |
| 1702.30.40 | Other glucose syrups | Includes certified organic and other quality distinctions. |
| 1702.30.40.45 | Certified organic | Glucose syrup meeting organic certification standards. |
| 1702.30.40.65 | Other | Non-organic variants. |
| 1702.30.40.75 | Certified organic | Additional organic classifications. |
| 1702.30.40.85 | Other | Miscellaneous glucose syrups. |
| 1702.40 | Glucose and glucose syrup containing 20% or more but less than 50% fructose (dry weight), excluding invert sugar | Intermediate fructose syrups used in various food products. |
| 1702.40.22.00 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule | Regulated imports. |
| 1702.40.24.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter | Special tariff provisions. |
| 1702.40.28.00 | Other | General fructose-glucose syrups. |
| 1702.40.40.00 | Other | Miscellaneous types. |
| 1702.50.00.00 | Chemically pure fructose | High-purity fructose powder or crystals. |
| 1702.60 | Other fructose and fructose syrup with over 50% fructose (dry weight), excluding invert sugar | High-fructose syrups commonly used in food manufacturing. |
| 1702.60.22.00 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule | Regulated imports. |
| 1702.60.24.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter | Special tariff provisions. |
| 1702.60.28.00 | Other | General high-fructose syrups. |
| 1702.60.40 | Other | Includes organic certified and non-organic products. |
| 1702.60.40.30 | Certified organic | Organic high-fructose syrup. |
| 1702.60.40.50 | Other | Non-organic variants. |
| 1702.60.40.90 | Other | Miscellaneous fructose syrups. |
| 1702.90 | Other sugars including invert sugar and blends containing 50% fructose (dry weight) | Miscellaneous sugar and syrup blends including invert molasses. |
| 1702.90.05.00 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule | Regulated imports. |
| 1702.90.10.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter | Special provisions for certain syrup blends. |
| 1702.90.20.00 | Other | General sugar blends. |
| 1702.90.35.00 | Invert molasses | Invert sugar by-product molasses. |
| 1702.90.40.00 | Other | Miscellaneous sugar products. |
| 1702.90.52.00 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule | Regulated imports. |
| 1702.90.54.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter | Special tariff provisions. |
| 1702.90.58.00 | Other | Miscellaneous blends and syrups. |
| 1702.90.64.00 | Described in additional U.S. note 7 to this chapter | Further special provisions. |
| 1702.90.68.00 | Other | Additional miscellaneous sugar products. |
| 1702.90.90.00 | Other | Catch-all for other sugars and syrup blends. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure accurate classification, note the following exclusions:
- Sucrose (common table sugar) is classified under heading 1701.
- Sugar confectionery products including candies and chocolates belong to chapter 17 but different headings.
- Honey of natural origin is classified separately in heading 0409.
- Molasses (non-invert) and other by-products may fall under different headings depending on composition.
Notes
- Tariff Regulations: Many subheadings under 1702 are subject to specific tariff-rate quotas and trade notes, notably those involving maple sugars and syrups, and syrups described under general note 15 and additional U.S. notes.
- Organic Certification: Certain glucose and fructose syrups are identified as certified organic and may be subject to different duty rates or import requirements.
- Trade Compliance: Importers should verify compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations and applicable USDA standards when importing sugar and syrup products.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of certified organic glucose syrup containing less than 20% fructose.US HTS Code:
1702.30.40.45(Certified organic glucose syrup)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS schedule (May be subject to special tariff provisions)
Additional Requirements: Documentation proving organic certification and compliance with tariff notes.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1701: Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose.
- HTS 0409: Natural honey.
- HTS 1703: Molasses resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar.
- HTS 2106: Food preparations containing sugar or sweetening matter.
