Decaffeinated Tea Concentrate
> A concentrated liquid derived from decaffeinated tea leaves, retaining the flavor compounds of tea. It is an extract or concentrate of tea, not put up for retail sale as tea, and therefore falls under tariff item 2101.20.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the concentrate is put up for retail sale as tea
Tea in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3 kg is classified in heading 09.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Ensure the product is labeled as a concentrate, not as tea for direct consumption
• Keep records of the decaffeination process to show it remains a tea extract
• Verify that no added sugar or other ingredients exceed the scope of heading 21.01
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