Sugar-Rich Green Tea Essence from Japan
Liquid essence derived from green tea leaves, containing over 65% sugar by dry weight for use in ready-to-drink beverages. Falls under HTS 2101.20.44.00 due to its basis in tea extracts and compliance with chapter 17 note 7 sugar import provisions. Designed for commercial beverage dilution.
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
• Submit lab reports confirming >65% dry weight sugar and tea extract basis to support classification
• Track quota availability under U.S. note 7 and enter only pursuant to its provisions to avoid higher duties
• Label clearly as tea-based concentrate to prevent reclassification as a general beverage preparation