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High-Sugar Oolong Tea Essence from Japan

Liquid essence from oolong tea with sugar content over 65% dry weight, for premium iced tea production. Classified under HTS 2101.20.4800 for its tea basis and sugar level, not as flavored tea. Used in specialty beverages.

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

Document oolong-specific processing to prevent reclass to generic tea

Test for homogeneity if claiming non-infant prep status