Sprite Lemon-Lime Soda Can from Japan
Sprite is a clear, lemon-lime flavored carbonated soft drink sweetened with sugar and containing no caffeine or preservatives in some formulations. Under HTS 2202.10.0045 for other carbonated soft drinks in aluminum containers, as it has added sweetening and flavor but not exceeding juice definitions.
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
• Ensure allergen-free declarations if citrus-flavored; measure CO2 content for verification
• Common issue: confusion with sparkling waters if low sugar