Peppermint Tea Essence Sugared from Canada
Sugared essence from peppermint tea leaves, exceeding 65% dry sugar for herbal iced teas. Under HTS 2101.20.44.00 as tea preparation with chapter 17 note 7 compliance. Herbal but classified via soluble tea extract.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document peppermint as tea base despite herbal nature for 2101 acceptance
• Secure note 7 certification early to avoid delays at entry
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests finished beverage status