Powdered Energy Drink Mix Base from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) 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