Café Chicory Blend from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

Rate breakdown

9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

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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