Fiscal Year 2027 Tariff-Rate Quota Allocations for Raw Cane Sugar, Refined Sugar, and Sugar-Containing Products

Brief takeaway: This notice announces how the FY2027 in-quota amounts for imported sugar and sugar-containing products are being allocated, which may affect duty rates for importers of these goods.

What changed: According to the notice, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is providing allocations of the FY2027 in-quota quantities under the tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for raw cane sugar, refined sugar (including specialty sugar), and sugar-containing products. The notice states the FY2027 period runs from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Who's affected: The notice names importers of raw cane sugar; certain sugars, syrups, and molasses (referred to as refined sugar), including specialty sugar; and sugar-containing products. Specific HTS codes and country allocations are not detailed in the text provided here.

What to review:
- Review whether your imported goods fall within the raw cane sugar, refined/specialty sugar, or sugar-containing product categories referenced in the TRQ.
- Confirm with your broker the specific in-quota quantities and any country-of-origin allocations that may be relevant to your shipments.
- Check the timing of entries against the FY2027 quota period (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027).
- Confirm whether in-quota versus over-quota duty treatment may affect your planned import volumes.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.