1702.90.10.00 - Described in additional U.S. note 5 to this chapterand entered pursuant to its provisions 🖩

This HTS category, 1702.90.10.00, specifically covers "other sugars" and sugar syrups that meet a precise chemical composition. These include chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose, and fructose when presented in solid form. It also encompasses sugar syrups that have not had any artificial flavorings or colorings added. Additionally, this classification includes artificial honey, whether or not it is blended with natural honey, and caramel. The key defining characteristic for this group is that it contains a specific level of soluble non-sugar solids, not exceeding 6% by weight of the total soluble solids, and is derived from sugar cane or sugar beets.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 1702.90.05.00, which covers "other sugars" that are specifically described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered under its provisions. It also differs from the residual category 1702.90.20.00, which acts as a catch-all for any "other" sugars and syrups that do not fit the more specific criteria of the preceding subheadings. Therefore, 1702.90.10.00 represents a narrowly defined set of products based on their composition and origin, excluding those with special provisions or those that are simply not classified elsewhere.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. The classification is finalized at this level based on the detailed description and the established criteria for soluble non-sugar solids content and derivation.