Maté Extract Sweetened Concentrate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Classify explicitly as 'maté basis' to differentiate from tea; include botanical origin certs
• Comply with caffeine disclosure if marketed as beverage base