Rum Punch Flavor Concentrate from Mexico
A 40% alcohol by weight concentrate made with rum essence, fruit juices, and sweeteners, designed for dilution into tropical rum punches. Falls under HTS 2106.90.1500 for compound alcoholic preps (20-50% alcohol) used in making beverages.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure container labels specify 'for manufacturing use only' to prevent retail confusion
• Declare as non-TTB regulated if purely for food/bev production; consult TTB for formula approval if needed