Peppermint Mocha Syrup Blend from China
Seasonal syrup blending coffee extracts with peppermint for holiday lattes and hot chocolates. Falls under 2101.12.38.00 as other coffee preparation syrups, distinct from chapter 17 blends. Popular in winter beverage menus.
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
• Document flavor stability tests confirming coffee basis integrity
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial 2106 over retail prep