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HTS 1701.91.10.00 · Chapter 17

Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

General (MFN) duty, special preferential rates, and where HTS 1701.91.10.00 sits in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg
General (MFN) rate
Free (A*,BH,…
Special / FTA rate
6.58170¢/kg less 0.0622005¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 5.031562¢ /kg
Column 2 (non-MFN)
Ch 17
Sugars and sugar confe…

The verdict

At -1%, HTS 1701.91.10.00's general duty rate is among the lowest-taxed imports in the US tariff schedule, higher than 0% of the 13,544 ad-valorem (percentage-based) tariff lines in the schedule.

3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg
General (MFN) rate
0th pctl
among ad-valorem lines
Ch 17
Sugars and sugar confe…

About HTS 1701.91.10.00

HTS code 1701.91.10.00 classifies imports of: Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions. This line sits within Chapter 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery), Section IV (Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits; Tobacco), and is catalogued as a tariff line in the USITC 2026 Basic Edition. Duty is calculated against units of quantity: kg. A footnote applies to this classification: See 9903.88.15.

The general (MFN / Column 1 General) rate for HTS 1701.91.10.00 is 3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg, which applies to most trading partners of the United States. A special preferential rate of "Free (A*,BH,CL,CO,D,E*,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) See 9822.05.15 (P+)" may reduce or eliminate duty when goods qualify under a free trade agreement such as USMCA, CAFTA-DR, or one of the bilateral FTAs. The Column 2 rate of 6.58170¢/kg less 0.0622005¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 5.031562¢ /kg applies to imports from non-MFN countries such as Cuba and North Korea, a much higher historical "full" tariff.

Footnotes: See 9903.88.15. Beyond the published rate, importers should check for Section 201 safeguards, Section 301 China tariffs, and any active AD/CVD orders that can materially change the real landed cost. Always verify the classification with a licensed customs broker before committing to a supply contract, this page is a research tool, not a customs ruling.

Duty Rate Summary, HTS 1701.91.10.00

Duty rate columns for HTS 1701.91.10.00 from USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.
Rate Column Value Applies To
General (Column 1) 3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg Most-favored-nation (MFN) trading partners, the default rate for most US imports.
Special Free (A*,BH,CL,CO,D,E*,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) See 9822.05.15 (P+) Preferential rates under FTAs (USMCA, CAFTA-DR, GSP, etc.) when origin qualifies.
Column 2 6.58170¢/kg less 0.0622005¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 5.031562¢ /kg Statutory non-MFN rate for goods from countries without normal trade relations (Cuba, North Korea).

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. See methodology for refresh cadence.

Details

Units of Quantity
kg
Chapter
17: Sugars and sugar confectionery
Section
IV: Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits; Tobacco
Classification
Tariff Line
Footnotes
See 9903.88.15.

Related Items in Chapter 17

1701.12.05.00

Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg
1701.12.10.00

Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg
1701.12.50.00

Other

35.74¢/kg
1701.13.05.00

Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

1.4606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 0.943854¢/kg
1701.13.10.00

Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

1.4606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 0.943854¢/kg
1701.13.20.00

Other sugar to be used for the production (other than by distillation) of polyhydric alcohols, except polyhydric alcohols for use as a substitute for sugar in human food consumption, or to be refined and re-exported in refined form or in sugar-containing products, or to be substituted for domestically produced raw cane sugar that has been or will be exported

1.4606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 0.943854¢/kg
1701.13.50.00

Other

33.87¢/kg
1701.14.05.00

Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

1.4606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 0.943854¢/kg
1701.14.10

Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

1.4606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 0.943854¢/kg
1701.14.20.00

Other sugar to be used for the production (other than by distillation) of polyhydric alcohols, except polyhydric alcohols for use as a substitute for sugar in human food consumption, or to be refined and re-exported in refined form or in sugar-containing products, or to be substituted for domestically produced raw cane sugar that has been or will be exported

1.4606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 0.943854¢/kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tariff rate for HTS 1701.91.10.00?
The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 1701.91.10.00 (Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions) is 3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg. A special preferential rate of Free (A*,BH,CL,CO,D,E*,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) See 9822.05.15 (P+) may apply under free trade agreements. The Column 2 rate for non-MFN countries is 6.58170¢/kg less 0.0622005¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 5.031562¢ /kg.
What products does HTS 1701.91.10.00 cover?
HTS 1701.91.10.00 covers: Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions. This classification falls under Chapter 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery), Section IV (Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits; Tobacco).
Are there any additional duties beyond the general rate for HTS 1701.91.10.00?
Beyond the general (MFN) rate, imports under HTS 1701.91.10.00 may be subject to anti-dumping duties (AD), countervailing duties (CVD), Section 201 safeguard tariffs, or Section 301 tariffs depending on the country of origin and current trade policy.

Understanding This Tariff

HTS 1701.91.10.00 classifies under Chapter 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery), Section IV (Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits; Tobacco). The general duty rate of 3.6606¢/kg less 0.020668¢/kg for each degree under 100 degrees (and fractions of a degree in proportion) but not less than 3.143854¢/kg applies to imports from most-favored-nation (MFN) countries, which includes the majority of US trading partners. Preferential rates under free trade agreements (such as USMCA, CAFTA-DR, or bilateral FTAs) may reduce or eliminate duty for qualifying imports from partner countries.

Importers should verify the correct HTS classification with a licensed customs broker or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before importing. Misclassification can result in penalties, delays, and additional duties.

Data Sources

Tariff data from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.

Duty rates are subject to change. Importers should verify current rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before making import decisions. Additional duties, anti-dumping duties, or countervailing duties may apply.

Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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