Instant Coffee Powder from Japan
Soluble coffee powder made from dehydrated brewed coffee beans, classified under HTS 2101.12.9000 as a preparation with a basis of coffee extracts. It dissolves instantly in hot water to produce coffee beverages.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
8.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify caffeine content and ensure labeling complies with FDA food safety standards for coffee-based products
• Obtain Certificate of Origin to potentially qualify for preferential tariff rates under trade agreements
• Avoid misclassification as raw coffee beans (0901) which have different duty rates