Ricola Sugar-Free Herbal Cough Drops from China
Sugar-free herbal cough drops sweetened with isomalt and menthol, featuring Swiss herb blend for natural throat relief. HTS 2106.90.39.00 covers these as artificially sweetened cough drops in the food preparations chapter. Their candy format and artificial sweeteners distinguish them from pharmaceuticals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit certificates of analysis confirming artificial sweetener levels to prevent reclassification to sugar-based candies
• Comply with country-of-origin labeling for herbal ingredients, as blends may trigger additional scrutiny
• Watch for quota restrictions on similar preparations; ensure not conflated with mixed seasonings under 2103