Herbal Tea Essence Blend Concentrate
Liquid essence concentrate principally of tea with minor herbal additions for flavour. It qualifies under tariff item 2101.20.00 as a tea-based preparation, provided the tea extract remains the primary basis.
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 herbal ingredients dominate over the tea extract
Other food preparations may apply when tea is not the primary basis.
If the product is a crude herbal extract without a tea basis
Plants and parts of plants for use in food preparations are classified in Chapter 12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the tea extract content is the predominant ingredient; if herbal components dominate, classification may shift to heading 21.06
• Keep the formulation details for CBSA review
• Verify that the product does not contain more than 20% meat or fish, which would trigger Chapter 16
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