Matcha Tea Concentrate from Japan
Liquid concentrate of premium matcha green tea for lattes and desserts, retaining stone-ground tea characteristics. Enters under HTS 2101.20.32.00 pursuant to GN15 for duty benefits on tea-based preparations. Used by baristas and home consumers.
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
• Document matcha as tea extract basis, avoiding sugar-dominant labeling that could trigger 1702 sugar heading
• Japanese origin often qualifies under GN15; maintain traceability for preferential treatment