Black Tea Essence for Beverages from Japan
Highly concentrated black tea essence used in fountain drink systems and bottled teas. Falls under HTS 2101.20.32.00 when pursuant to GN15 for syrup/essence imports. Essential for commercial tea dispensing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Bulk containers need Brix degree declarations for concentration verification
• Ensure transport in food-grade containers compliant with FDA beverage additive regs