Chai Tea Concentrate from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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