Oregon Chai Tea Syrup Concentrate from Japan
Oregon Chai Tea Syrup Concentrate blends black tea extracts with spices and sugar for chai lattes. It qualifies for HTS 2101.20.34.00 under blended syrups described in chapter 17 notes 4/9. Spiced tea basis maintains primary classification.
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
• Spice content shouldn't exceed 20% to avoid chapter 9 reclassification
• Validate TRQ certificate authenticity to prevent entry refusal