Lemon-Lime Soda in Aluminum Can from Germany

A classic carbonated soda flavored with lemon and lime extracts, sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup, sold in 12 oz aluminum cans. Classified under HTS 2202.10.0065 for sweetened, flavored aerated waters in aluminum containers, not qualifying as fruit juice. Non-alcoholic with strength under 0.5% vol.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include Certificate of Analysis confirming no fruit juice content > specific threshold to stay out of 2009; ensure aluminum cans meet FDA food contact standards; declare exact sweetening agents to prevent misclassification