Apple Cider Juice Blend from Mexico
Blend of apple juice and fermented-style cider notes (non-alcoholic), with sugar, unfermented overall. 'Other' under 2009.79.00 for apple-based juices not elsewhere specified. Mimics traditional cider without spirit.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test alcohol content rigorously to stay under 0.5% vol threshold
• Declare as juice, not cider, if non-alcoholic to avoid Chapter 22
• Use tamper-evident seals for retail import compliance