Powdered Energy Drink Mix Base

Bulk powder blend of caffeine, taurine, vitamins, and sweeteners for manufacturing energy beverages. Classified in 2106.90.99.73 as other preparations for beverages, excluding enzyme preps or medicaments per chapter exclusions. Used by bottlers for reconstitution.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+7.5%13.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%6.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%6.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%6.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%6.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2106.90.99Same rate: 13.9%

If containing meat extracts or similar

Preparations with over 20% meat/fish content shift to Chapter 16 per chapter note 1(e).

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 13.9%

If marketed with medicinal claims

Vitamin/energizing mixes with therapeutic intent classify as medicaments in Chapter 30.

2202.99Higher: 24.9% vs 13.9%

If when reconstituted and bottled as finished energy drink

Ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages go to Chapter 22 based on completion state.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit caffeine content analysis to avoid scrutiny as a controlled substance or medicament

Use commercial invoices specifying 'for further manufacture' to prevent retail classification

Monitor quantitative restrictions if resembling mixed condiments under US note 3

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