Sweetened Rooibos Tea Concentrate from Canada
Concentrate from rooibos (red bush) herbal tea, sweetened >65% sugar by dry weight for beverages. Classified HTS 2101.20.44.00 as tea/maté preparation under chapter 17 note 7, though technically herbal. CBP accepts as tea-like basis.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Argue rooibos as 'tea' equivalent with botanical documentation if challenged
• Ensure sugar quota paperwork is flawless for note 7 entry