Perrier Natural Sparkling Mineral Water from Japan
Perrier is a naturally carbonated mineral water sourced from the Vergèze Springs in France, containing naturally occurring minerals like calcium and magnesium. It qualifies under HTS 2201.10.00.00 as aerated mineral water with no added sugar, sweeteners, or flavors. The carbonation is natural, not artificially introduced beyond geological processes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify natural mineral content via geological source certification to avoid reclassification as plain water
• Include lab analysis confirming no added sugars, flavors, or alcohol exceeding 0.5% vol per Chapter notes