Powdered Energy Drink Mix Base from Canada

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.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

6.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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