Cinnamon Dulce Coffee Syrup from China
Spiced syrup with coffee essence, cinnamon, and brown sugar notes for fall lattes. Classified 2101.12.38.00 as coffee preparation syrup, not spice mixes or Ch17 blends. Seasonal cafe favorite.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
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
• Quantify spice levels (<5%) to maintain coffee basis classification
• Avoid 'spice syrup' marketing that risks 2103 seasoning shift
• Declare seasonal production runs for inventory planning