U.S. Announces Fiscal Year 2027 Sugar Import Allocations
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The Office of the United States Trade Representative has released new information about the tariff-rate quota (TRQ) allocations for the fiscal year 2027. These allocations relate to raw cane sugar, refined sugar, including specialty sugar, and sugar-containing products. The fiscal year 2027 runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
The TRQs set a limit on the amount of sugar product imports that enter the United States at a lower tariff rate. The purpose is to control the amount and source of these imports to the U.S.
A specific amount of raw cane sugar is allowed to be imported under lower tariffs. For the fiscal year 2027, this amount is set at 1,117,195 metric tons raw value (MTRV). This fulfills the U.S.’s commitments to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Out of this, 1,061,202 MTRV has been allocated to different countries. Brazil, the Dominican Republic, and the Philippines have been allocated the largest amounts among the countries listed.
There are also specific imports for refined sugar for fiscal year 2027. The total amount is 22,000 MTRV. This includes 20,344 MTRV for certain sugars, syrups, and molasses, and 1,656 MTRV for specialty sugar. Among the countries receiving allocations, Canada, Mexico, and others get specific portions.
Additionally, for sugar-containing products, the total amount is 64,709 metric tons. Canada receives the largest share, with an allocation of 59,250 metric tons. Other countries collectively have access to 5,459 metric tons on a first-come, first-served basis.
For entries into the United States, these sugar products must adhere to specific conditions. Provisions such as certificates of quota eligibility and verifications of origin are required for certain imports.
These adjustments aim to regulate the sugar trade and fulfill international trade commitments. The new quotas will be active as of October 1, 2026.
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