Chai Tea Concentrate
Liquid essence of black tea with spices like cinnamon and cardamom, used for brewing chai lattes. HTS 2101.20.90.00 applies as a preparation based on tea extracts, distinguished from pure flavored teas. Sold in squeeze bottles for convenience.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lightly spiced black tea without significant concentration
Flavored teas stay in 0902 if not prepared extracts.
If spices dominate over tea content
Spice mixtures take precedence if tea is not the basis.
If carbonated or as finished soft drink
Aerated beverages classify under Chapter 22.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• List all spice ingredients on labels to comply with allergen declarations
• Test for microbial contamination as liquid concentrates are high-risk
• Avoid Chapter 09 by proving concentration ratio exceeds simple essences
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