Vanilla Coffee Syrup Blend
A blended syrup primarily composed of coffee extracts and essences, flavored with vanilla, used for mixing into beverages like lattes and iced coffees. It falls under HTS 2101.12.38.00 as a preparation with a basis of coffee extracts, not qualifying as blended syrups under note 4 to chapter 17 due to its coffee-dominant composition. This classification distinguishes it from pure sugar syrups or those solely for chapter 17 headings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If predominantly sucrose-based blended syrup per Ch17 note 4
Blended syrups mainly of sugar for fountain/beverage use shift to Chapter 17 sugar confectionery headings.
If coffee content <20% and more compound syrup flavoring
Low coffee extract preparations classified as general food flavorings rather than coffee-based.
If sold primarily as food beverage flavoring extract
Concentrated syrup extracts used in food drinks may fall under miscellaneous edible mixtures if not coffee-dominant.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the syrup's basis is coffee extracts (>50% by weight) via lab analysis to confirm 2101 classification over 2106
• Provide detailed ingredient breakdowns and production certificates to avoid reclassification as general food prep under 2106.90
• Avoid mislabeling as pure flavor syrups (Ch17); common pitfall leading to duties disputes
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Cinnamon Dulce Coffee Syrup
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Amaretto Coffee Flavor Syrup
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Irish Cream Coffee Syrup
Syrup mimicking Irish cream liqueur taste using coffee extracts and dairy flavorings for non-alcoholic drinks. HTS 2101.12.38.00 for other coffee-based syrup preparations. Perfect for coffeehouse dessert beverages.
Hazelnut Coffee House Syrup
Commercial syrup with hazelnut flavoring and coffee concentrate basis, designed for coffee shop dispensers. HTS 2101.12.38.00 applies as 'other' coffee-based preparations beyond chapter 17 syrups. Provides consistent flavor in large-volume coffee service.
Peppermint Mocha Syrup Blend
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.