Strawberry Flavored Spring Water from Japan
Spring water infused with strawberry flavoring and high-fructose corn syrup for sweetness. It meets HTS 2202.10.00 criteria as flavored water with added sweetening, alcoholic content ≤0.5% vol at 20°C. Natural spring origin distinguishes it from plain waters.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide water source certification (e.g
• spring analysis) to confirm mineral water status
• Ensure flavorings are declared as 'natural' or 'artificial' per FDA regs to prevent adulteration claims