Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year
Special Rates
Most Favored Nation (MFN) rate
5%
Applicable if not covered under specific U.S. provisions or free trade agreements
Preferential rate under USMCA provisions
0%
Must comply with rules of origin and documentation as per Additional U.S. Note 7 to Chapter 17
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. and Malaysia Discuss Sugar Trade Under HS Chapter 17 Provisions
Recent bilateral talks between the U.S. and Malaysia focused on sugar imports under Additional U.S. Note 7 to Chapter 17. Both nations aim to clarify quotas and ensure compliance with trade agreements.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This could stabilize sugar import volumes from Malaysia, potentially benefiting U.S. importers with predictable supply chains.
Malaysia Seeks to Increase Sugar Exports to U.S. Under Tariff-Rate Quota
Malaysia has requested an expansion of its sugar export quota to the U.S. under the provisions of HS Chapter 17, citing increased production capacity and demand in the U.S. market.
September 20, 2023
Impact: If approved, this could lead to a higher volume of duty-free or low-duty sugar imports from Malaysia, affecting U.S. domestic sugar prices.
U.S. Customs Tightens Verification for Malaysian Sugar Imports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced stricter documentation requirements for sugar imports from Malaysia under Additional U.S. Note 7 to Chapter 17 to prevent misclassification and ensure quota adherence.
August 5, 2023
Impact: This may slow down import processes for Malaysian sugar exporters, potentially causing temporary trade disruptions.
Policy Updates
Update to Tariff-Rate Quota for Sugar Imports Under Chapter 17
The U.S. Trade Representative announced a minor adjustment to the tariff-rate quota allocations for sugar imports under Additional U.S. Note 7 to Chapter 17, with Malaysia's allocation remaining unchanged for the fiscal year.
