HS Code 170199
Refined White Sugar
HS code 170199 covers refined beet or cane sugar (sucrose) in solid form, specifically chemically pure sugar without added flavouring or colouring.
6-digit Section IVFCL
HS Code 170199 — Refined White Sugar
This is the most common code for refined white table sugar (sucrose). It covers chemically pure sugar in solid form without any added flavours, syrups, or colours.
What's included
- Granulated white sugar
- Powdered sugar (icing sugar)
- Sugar cubes
- Caster sugar
What's excluded
- Sugar for industrial use (raw) → use
170114(Raw sugar is classified under the raw specific codes.) - Chemically pure lactose → use
170211(Lactose is categorized under 1702.)
Common examples
- 1kg bags of granulated sugar
- Box of white sugar cubes
- Confectioner's icing sugar
Frequently asked questions
Does this include brown sugar?
Yes, refined brown sugar (white sugar painted with molasses) typically falls under this code.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: Highly variable (Anti-dumping may apply)
- Documentation: Sugar is a highly protected commodity; verify quotas and 'Sugar Certificates' where applicable.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: India, Thailand, Brazil
- Top importers: United Kingdom, United States, Sudan
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Key takeaway
The standard classification for most retail and commercial refined white sugar products.
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