Coca-Cola in Aluminum Can from Mexico
Coca-Cola is a carbonated soft drink flavored with caramel color, phosphoric acid, and natural flavors, containing added sugar. It qualifies under HTS 2202.99.91.10 as a non-alcoholic beverage (under 0.5% ABV) in an aluminum container, excluding fruit juices. The product is sweetened and packaged for retail in 12 oz cans.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify alcoholic strength is below 0.5% vol at 20°C with lab certification to avoid reclassification to alcoholic headings
• Ensure aluminum containers meet food-grade standards; provide container material composition for CBP inspection
• Label products with ingredient lists, nutrition facts, and country of origin to comply with FDA requirements and avoid holds