Maté Extract Sweetened Concentrate from Germany
Concentrate from yerba maté extracts with added sugar exceeding 65% by dry weight, used for energy drinks or mixes. Falls under HTS 2101.20.4800 for maté-based preparations with high sugar per U.S. note definitions. Distinct from roasted substitutes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Classify explicitly as 'maté basis' to differentiate from tea; include botanical origin certs
• Comply with caffeine disclosure if marketed as beverage base