Mountain Dew in Aluminum Can from Japan
Mountain Dew is a citrus-flavored, caffeinated soda with high fructose corn syrup in 12 oz aluminum cans. It falls under HTS 2202.99.91.10 as a sweetened, non-alcoholic flavored beverage in aluminum containers, distinct from juices. The packaging and composition confirm its placement.
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
• Ensure Brix readings document added sugar content for tariff verification
• Use ISF filings early for aluminum-sourced cans to preempt supply chain delays