HS Code for White sugar

White sugar is classified under HS code 1701.99. Heading 1701 covers cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose in solid form. The classification process begins by distinguishing between raw sugar and refined sugar. Raw sugar (1701.12 to 1701.14) is sugar that contains added flavoring or coloring or has a polarization of less than 99.5 degrees. White sugar, being a highly refined product, typically has a polarization of 99.5 degrees or higher and does not contain added flavoring or coloring agents. Subheading 1701.99 is the specific category for refined white sugar in solid form (granulated, powdered, or in blocks) that is not otherwise specified in the preceding subheadings. This classification is consistent globally under the Harmonized System for pure sucrose intended for human consumption or industrial use.

Products Included

• Refined granulated white sugar
• Caster sugar (fine grain)
• Icing sugar (powdered sugar) without additives
• White beet sugar in solid form
• White cane sugar in solid form

Common Misclassification

White sugar is often confused with 1701.91, which is reserved for sugar with added flavoring or coloring matter. It is also distinct from 1701.14, which covers raw cane sugar. If the sugar is in the form of a syrup, it must be classified under heading 1702. Furthermore, if the sugar is mixed with other ingredients like cornstarch (as in some commercial powdered sugars) or anti-caking agents in high concentrations, it might be classified under 2106.90 as a food preparation.

FAQ

What is the HS code for white sugar?

The HS code for refined white sugar in solid form is 1701.99.

Is icing sugar classified differently than granulated sugar?

No, both icing sugar and granulated sugar fall under 1701.99, provided they are pure sucrose and do not contain significant additives that would reclassify them as food preparations.