Sweet Sparkling Apple Cider from Mexico
Sweet Sparkling Apple Cider is a semi-sweet cider with residual sugars, carbonated using méthode champenoise from apple must fermentation. As a sparkling cider with an alcoholic strength by volume not exceeding 22.9% vol, it is classified under tariff item 2206.00.11, separate from grape sparkling wines.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify the cider's alcohol content is within the 22.9% vol limit and that it is sparkling
• Keep records of the production method (méthode champenoise) to demonstrate it is a fermented apple beverage
• Consult CBSA's tariff classification advice if unsure about the distinction from other sparkling beverages