Sugar-Sweetened Oolong Tea Extract from Japan
Powdered oolong tea concentrate preserved with over 10% dry weight sugar for extended shelf life. Classified under HTS 2101.20.58.00 for its tea essence basis and sugar content per U.S. note 3, chapter 17. Ideal for instant tea mixes.
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
• Use independent lab for dry weight analysis to preempt CBP challenges
• Avoid packaging mimicking retail tea bags to stay out of 0902
• Document no yeast or enzyme additions per chapter exclusions