Sprite Lemon-Lime Soda
Sprite is a clear, lemon-lime flavored carbonated soft drink made with carbonated water, sugar, citric acid, natural flavors, and sodium citrate. Classified under HTS 2202.10.0055 as 'other' carbonated soft drinks with added sweetening and flavoring, excluding specific cola or orange categories. Its effervescence exceeds typical non-carbonated beverages but remains non-alcoholic under 0.5% vol.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as orange-flavored
Specific fruit flavors like orange have dedicated subheadings, separating from generic 'other' carbonated drinks.
If sold as a syrup concentrate for dilution
Concentrates or syrups for soft drink preparation fall under food preparations, not ready-to-drink beverages.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include proof of carbonation levels (excess pressure test if borderline sparkling) and ingredient breakdown for CBP review
• Comply with US labeling laws for artificial flavors and preservatives; pitfall: incorrect declaration as juice leading to 2009 shifts
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