Café Chicory Blend from Japan
A ground coffee substitute blend containing 30% roasted coffee beans mixed with roasted chicory root, commonly used as a caffeine-reduced alternative beverage. It falls under HTS 0901.90.20.00 because it is explicitly classified as a coffee substitute containing coffee in any proportion, distinguishing it from pure coffee in other subheadings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the exact coffee content percentage via lab testing for accurate declaration, as mixtures under 50% coffee may trigger scrutiny
• Include certificates of origin and ingredient breakdowns to avoid misclassification as pure coffee under 0901.11-0901.22
• Ensure packaging complies with FDA food labeling rules, listing all substitutes like chicory clearly to prevent rejection