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1703 — Molasses; resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar
Chapter 17: Sugars and sugar confectionery
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1703 when importing molasses, such as a shipment of sugar cane molasses for use in animal feed or food production. This code applies specifically to molasses resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar.
When deciding between HS-6 170310 and HS-6 170390, consider the source of the molasses. If your product is derived from sugar cane, use 170310. For molasses from sugar beet, select 170390. Accurate classification is crucial for compliance and duty assessment.
Both subheadings under HS-4 1703 relate to molasses, but they differ in origin. If you have a mixed shipment or are unsure about the source, ensure you have documentation to support your classification choice to avoid delays at customs.
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HS-4 1703 · molasses import code · sugar cane molasses · sugar beet molasses · HS-6 170310 · HS-6 170390 · molasses classification · sugar extraction · refining sugar · customs duties molasses
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Importing 1,000 liters of sugar cane molasses for food manufacturing.
- Shipping 500 kilograms of sugar beet molasses for animal feed.
- Bringing in molasses for use in brewing or distilling industries.
- Transporting molasses as a sweetener in confectionery products.
Common questions
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- What is HS-4 1703 used for?
- How to classify molasses for import?
- Difference between sugar cane and sugar beet molasses?
- What documents are needed for HS-4 1703?
- Are there specific duties for sugar cane molasses?
- Can I mix sugar cane and sugar beet molasses in one shipment?
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- how to import sugar cane molasses
- requirements for sugar beet molasses import
- classification of molasses under HS codes
- what is the duty for HS-4 1703?
- shipping molasses from sugar extraction
- customs regulations for sugar molasses
- how to determine the origin of molasses
- guidelines for molasses importers
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of molasses are covered under HS-4 1703?
- HS-4 1703 covers molasses from sugar cane (HS-6 170310) and molasses from sugar beet (HS-6 170390).
- How do I know which HS-6 code to use?
- Use HS-6 170310 for sugar cane molasses and HS-6 170390 for sugar beet molasses. Check your product's source.
- Are there specific import duties for molasses?
- Yes, import duties vary by country and the source of the molasses. Check with your customs broker for specifics.
- Can I import both types of molasses under one code?
- No, you must classify them separately based on their source to ensure compliance with customs regulations.
- What documentation is required for importing molasses?
- You will typically need an invoice, bill of lading, and possibly a certificate of origin to verify the source of the molasses.
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