Beet Sugar Coloring Syrup for Beverages from Mexico
Syrup made from beet sugar with added food coloring, intended for tinting non-alcoholic beverages without imparting flavor. Classified in HTS 2106.90.42.00 for imports from GN15 beneficiaries, emphasizing its role as a colored but unflavored preparation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm beet sugar source and GN15 eligibility with commercial invoice; test for absence of flavor compounds
• Label clearly as 'colored syrup, no flavoring' to prevent customs issues