What is the import duty on Other, having polarimeter reading less than 990 in Sri Lanka?

The import duty on Other, having polarimeter reading less than 990 (HS 1701.14.90) in Sri Lanka is Rs.30/= per kg Customs Duty plus 18% VAT, and may include PAL, CESS, Excise duty, SSCL and SCL. Use the duty calculator on this page for a full breakdown based on your CIF value.

Sri Lanka HS Code

1701.14.90⚠ L required

Other, having polarimeter reading less than 990

Q: What is HS code 1701.14.90 in Sri Lanka?

HS code 1701.14.90 covers Other, having polarimeter reading less than 990 under Chapter 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery) of the Sri Lanka Customs National Imports Tariff Guide 2026.

Chapter 17 · Sugars and sugar confectionery

17.01Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form (+).

Updated 16 May 2026 · 2026 Sri Lanka Customs Tariff

Permit Required

Import Control License (ICL) required - allow 2–6 weeks to obtain before shipping.

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Exchange Rate

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HS code 1701.14.90 covers other, having polarimeter reading less than 990 under Chapter 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery) of the Sri Lanka Customs National Imports Tariff Guide 2026 edition.

Named substances

HS code 1701.14.90 covers 1 named substance. Permit requirements vary - the headline licence above is the strictest across this list. Check the specific substance you are importing before ordering.

Substance	Permit
Brown Sugar	L/SICL or SLSI

All rates

General Duty (CID)	Rs.30/= per kg
PAL (General)	Ex
PAL (SAFTA)	Exempt
Cess	Exempt
Excise / SPD	Exempt
SCL	Exempt
SSCL	2.5%
VAT	18%

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