Topo Chico Mineral Water from Japan
Topo Chico is a Mexican sparkling mineral water from a spring in Monterrey, known for high mineralization and natural carbonation. It complies with HTS 2201.10.00.00 as aerated mineral water, unsweetened and unflavored. Minerals include sodium and magnesium.
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
• Provide pressure tests confirming natural CO2 per subheading notes on sparkling wines (analogous for waters)
• Document TDS levels >250 mg/L to prove mineral status vs. purified water