Tequila Flavor Potentiator from Canada
High-alcohol concentrate >50% by weight enhancing agave and citrus notes in tequila production, used by distillers for flavor balancing. Classified 2106.90.18.00 as compound preparation for beverages, separate from finished tequilas.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Alcohol content must be verified by weight, not volume, per HTS specification
• Include distillery end-user letters confirming manufacturing intent