Dr Pepper Aluminum Can from Japan
Dr Pepper features a unique blend of 23 flavors in a carbonated base sweetened with HFCS, creating a distinctive soft drink profile. HTS 2202.10.0045 applies to this 'other' carbonated non-alcoholic beverage in aluminum cans, confirmed by low ABV and added sweetening per chapter notes.
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
• Document proprietary flavor composition without revealing formulas; check for BPA-free lining in cans
• Pitfall: mislabeling as 'diet' version affecting sugar declaration