Chai Tea Concentrate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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