Torani Vanilla Coffee Syrup Blend from China
A blended syrup primarily composed of coffee extracts and natural vanilla flavoring, designed for mixing into espresso drinks like lattes and frappes. It falls under HTS 2101.12.34.00 as a preparation with a basis of coffee extracts, specifically a blended syrup described in additional U.S. note 9 to chapter 17 for sugar-containing imports. Imported pursuant to quota provisions to control sugar content.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify entry against additional U.S. note 9 to chapter 17 quota availability before shipment; provide lab analysis confirming coffee extract basis and sugar content
• Ensure documentation distinguishes from general syrups under 2101.12.40 to avoid misclassification
• Monitor annual quota closures to prevent refused entries