Taster's Choice Instant Coffee Hazelnut with Sugar Crystals from Japan
Flavored instant coffee preparation with hazelnut essence, coffee extracts, and sugar crystals exceeding 10% dry weight. HTS 2101.12.54.00 due to primary coffee basis, sugar content per chapter 17 note 3, and note 8 entry provisions. Flavoring doesn't override coffee extract base.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document that coffee extract remains basis despite flavoring; provide composition breakdown
• Test for total sugars including any from flavor carriers to ensure >10% threshold
• Pre-clear quota availability under note 8 to prevent entry refusal during peak seasons