Herbal Infused Sugar Water from Japan
Water infused with herbs like mint and basil, sweetened with cane sugar, under 2202.10.00.75 for flavored sweetened waters. Herbal extracts provide flavor without qualifying as vegetable juices.
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
• Provide botanical certificates for herbal ingredients to confirm non-juice status
• Monitor for any fermentation indicators that could imply alcoholic strength
• Label allergens from herbal sources per FDA rules for non-alcoholic beverages