Sprite Lemon-Lime Soda from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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