Coca-Cola in Aluminum Can from Germany
Coca-Cola is a carbonated soft drink flavored with caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, and sweetened with high fructose corn syrup or sugar. It falls under HTS 2202.10.0045 as a non-alcoholic beverage (under 0.5% ABV) that is carbonated, other than specified types, and packaged in aluminum containers. The added sweetening matter and flavoring distinguish it from plain waters.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify aluminum container specifications and ensure labeling complies with FDA standards for non-alcoholic beverages; declare exact volume and carbonation levels accurately
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as fruit juice if any fruit flavor is present