Fruit Syrup Concentrate for Soda from Mexico
Concentrated fruit-flavored syrup base designed for dilution in carbonated water to produce soft drinks. Falls under 2106.90.99.73 as a preparation for beverage manufacture, distinct from flavored teas or spice mixes excluded by chapter notes. Intended for commercial soda fountain use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
6.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• Include mixing instructions and end-use statements proving it's for beverage production, not retail sale
• Test for prohibited additives like high meat content that could shift to Chapter 16
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for food imports and ensure proper shelf-life labeling