Sprite Zero Lemon-Lime Soda from Mexico
Sprite Zero is a lemon-lime flavored carbonated soft drink sweetened with aspartame and acesulfame potassium, offering a sugar-free alternative. Falls under HTS 2202.10.00.20 for its use of high-intensity sweeteners in a carbonated, non-alcoholic format under 0.5% vol alcohol. Clear, effervescent profile distinguishes it from still beverages.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming aspartame/saccharin presence and carbon dioxide levels; label as 'diet' or 'zero' accurately
• Common pitfall: incorrect volume declarations affecting statistical reporting