Davinci Gourmet Matcha Syrup from Japan
Davinci Gourmet Matcha Syrup is a blended preparation with matcha tea (maté basis) concentrates and cane sugar for lattes and desserts. Falls under HTS 2101.20.34.00 per U.S. notes 4 and 9 for chapter 17 syrups with tea/matés basis. Matcha extract defines its primary character.
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
• Include lab analysis showing tea solids content to substantiate classification
• Track Mexico-origin exclusion; only non-Mexican goods eligible for this subheading
• Prepare for FDA prior notice as beverage base syrup