Chai Tea Concentrate High-Sugar from Japan
Concentrate from black tea with chai spices, exceeding 65% sugar by dry weight for retail iced chai lattes. Under HTS 2101.20.44.00 as tea-based per chapter 17 note 7. Spices are minor additions not triggering chapter exclusions.
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
• Quantify tea extract vs. spices in formula to prove basis in tea per heading 2101
• Obtain note 7 entry visa or equivalent for tariff line access