HS Code for Maple sugar

Maple sugar and maple syrup are classified under HS code 1702.20. This classification falls within Chapter 17, which covers sugars and sugar confectionery. Heading 1702 is designated for "other sugars," including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose, and fructose in solid form, as well as sugar syrups that do not contain added flavoring or coloring matter. Subheading 1702.20 is the specific global standard for maple-derived sweeteners. The classification logic relies on the purity of the product; it must be derived from the sap of the maple tree (Acer genus). For maple sugar, it must be in solid form, while maple syrup is the liquid concentration of the sap. A critical requirement for this classification is the absence of added flavoring or coloring agents. If the product is modified with artificial flavors or colors, it may be excluded from this heading and moved to a category for food preparations. This code is essential for customs authorities to apply correct tariffs and monitor the trade of natural sweeteners versus refined cane or beet sugars.

Products Included

• Pure maple syrup in liquid form
• Granulated maple sugar for culinary use
• Solid maple sugar blocks or bricks
• Dehydrated maple sap crystals
• Concentrated maple syrup without additives

Common Misclassification

A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 2106.90, which covers food preparations not elsewhere specified. This often happens when maple syrup has added flavors, thickeners, or colors, which disqualifies it from heading 1702. Another common error is using HS code 1704.90, which is intended for sugar confectionery (like maple candies that contain other ingredients or are shaped for immediate consumption). Furthermore, maple-flavored corn syrup is often incorrectly declared under 1702.20, but it should actually be classified under 1702.30 or 2106 depending on its composition, as it is not a pure maple product.

FAQ

What is the HS code for maple sugar?

The HS code for pure maple sugar in solid form and pure maple syrup is 1702.20.

Is maple-flavored syrup classified here?

No, syrups that are only maple-flavored and made primarily from other sugars (like corn syrup) are typically classified under HS code 2106.90.