1701.13.10.00 - Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

This HTS subheading, 1701.13.10.00, specifically classifies raw cane sugar that meets the criteria outlined in additional U.S. note 5 to Chapter 17 and is entered into the United States in accordance with those provisions. This note typically pertains to specific trade agreements, quotas, or special entry requirements that allow for the importation of certain types of raw cane sugar under particular conditions. The sugar itself remains in its raw, unrefined state, without any added flavorings or colorings, aligning with the broader definition of raw sugar.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 1701.13.10.00 focuses on sugar imported under the specific stipulations of additional U.S. note 5. In contrast, subheading 1701.13.05.00 covers raw cane sugar entered pursuant to general note 15, which might relate to different preferential trade programs or tariff treatments. Subheading 1701.13.20.00 addresses raw cane sugar intended for very specific downstream uses, such as the production of polyhydric alcohols or for refining and re-export, or as a substitute for domestically produced raw cane sugar that will be exported. Finally, 1701.13.50.00 serves as a residual category for any other raw cane sugar not meeting the specialized criteria of the preceding subheadings.

As 1701.13.10.00 is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this subheading is determined by whether the raw cane sugar meets the specific conditions set forth in additional U.S. note 5, alongside the general requirements for raw cane sugar as defined in the preceding levels of the tariff. Importers must carefully review the text of additional U.S. note 5 to ensure compliance and accurate classification.